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51. Osso Bucco

Ingredients: 500g All Purpose Flour 5 meat 2 tbsp cooking oil 2 carrots, peeled, medium-small diced 1 onion, small diced 1 celery stalk, medium-small diced 1tbsp rosemary  1 tbsp  thyme  5 tomatoes(Blended) 1 cup of white wine(optional) 1tbsp salt 1tbsp black pepper Method 1.    Dry the meat and season with salt and pepper; dust with flour. 2.    Heat a heavy pot to smoking hot, add the cooking oil. 3. Brown meat on both sides to get good color. Remove shanks and set aside. 5.  Do not remove any fat in the pan, add the carrots, celery, onions  and cook until soft. 6.  Add white wine, herbs and tomatoes, simmer for 15 minutes. 7. Add meat back to the pan in a single layer. 8.  Bring up to a simmer, cover tightly with a foil and braise in 325 ° oven for 1 hours. 9.  Check if the meat is done by  inserting a knife into the thickest part of the meat. Serve Bon Appetit ...

50. Grilled Steak and Ugali

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Ingredients 500g Beef steak 1tbsp salt & pepper Method 1.Clean and pre heat charcoal or gas grill from 5 to 10 minutes, This move allows the grill wires to be hot, so the beef steak will no stick on grill. 2.Season the beef steak with salt & pepper on both sides. 3.Slowly put the steak on the grill. You can either cover the steak or leave it open, Its your choice. 4. Cook both sides of the steak to your prefered temperature. Serve ----I used to like my steak well done, but nowadays I prefer it medium well. How do you like you steak? Please Comment below. Bon Appetit.

49. Mukimo

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Mukimo is a beloved Kenyan dish, especially among the Kikuyu community. It is a mashed mixture of maize, potatoes, greens, and sometimes beans or peas. Mukimo is commonly served with beef stew, fried eggs, or vegetables during family meals, weddings, and ceremonies. It is filling, nutritious, and flavorful. Ingredients 6 medium Irish potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 cup green peas or cooked beans (njahi or ndengu can be used ) 1 cup sweet corn or green maize (boiled or roasted) 1 bunch of  pumpkin leaves, spinach, or sukuma wiki (finely chopped) Salt to taste 1 tablespoon butter or cooking oil (optional) Method  In a large sufuria, boil the chopped potatoes in salted water until soft. Add the chopped pumpkin leaves (or spinach) and green peas to the pot. Cook together with the potatoes until the greens are tender. Add pre-cooked green maize or sweet corn to the mixture and cook for another 5 minutes. Drain any excess water if necessary. Use a wooden mwiko (cooking stick...

48. Barbecue Chicken Wings

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Barbecue chicken wings are a favorite in many Kenyan households and gatherings. They’re perfect for holidays, parties, or a weekend treat. This version keeps things simple with easy-to-find ingredients and delivers that smoky-sweet flavor many people love. Whether you're using a grill, oven, or charcoal jiko, these wings are always a crowd-pleaser. Ingredients 1 kg chicken wings 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ginger powder 1 tablespoon oil ½ cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade) optional: a squeeze of honey or a dash of chili sauce for extra flavor Method In a large bowl, combine the wings with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, ginger powder, and oil. Mix well to coat evenly. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor). Preheat your oven to 200°c or fire up your grill. Arrange the wings on a baking tray lined with f...