ugali Recipes
6 delicious ugali recipes from around the world
Kenyan Beef Stew with Ugali
A hearty and flavorful Kenyan beef stew, slow-cooked until tender and served with a side of ugali, a staple maize flour porridge.
Kenyan Mshikaki with Kachumbari and Ugali
Tender, marinated cubes of beef or chicken grilled on skewers (mshikaki), served with a fresh tomato and onion salsa (kachumbari) and a side of ugali.
Kenyan Omena with Ugali and Mchuzi
A flavorful and traditional Kenyan dish featuring dried fish (omena) stewed in a rich tomato and onion sauce, served alongside ugali (a stiff maize porridge) and a side of greens.
Kenyan Tilapia with Ugali and Greens
A classic Kenyan meal featuring pan-fried or grilled tilapia served with ugali (a stiff maize porridge) and a side of sautéed leafy greens. This dish highlights fresh lake fish, a delicacy in regions near Lake Victoria.
Omena with Omena Ugali
A unique coastal delicacy where small dried fish (omena) are prepared in a flavorful stew and served alongside ugali that has been infused with omena for an extra layer of taste and texture. This dish highlights the resourceful use of local ingredients.
Ugali na Samaki wa Kaanga
A quintessential Tanzanian meal consisting of ugali, a stiff maize porridge, served with pan-fried or deep-fried fish. The fish is often seasoned simply with salt and pepper, allowing its natural flavor to shine, and is a staple across the country, especially in coastal regions.