Pishori is a medium to short-grained rice with a characteristic strong smell, extremely aromatic when cooked, and a slightly chewy taste (that is pleasant). It is grown in the region of Mwea in Central parts of Kenya. The pishori variety is native to Kenya and Tanzania so it doesn’t have an English name Mwea pishori…
Rice is one of the easiest things to cook, yet achieving consistent results every time can be challenging. Essentially, cooking rice involves boiling it until the water is absorbed and the rice is dry. But does this straightforward process justify the need for another dedicated appliance in your kitchen? Absolutely, YES. Read More Here: Why…
Rice ndengu is a dish combination of green grams(mung beans) locally known as ndengu in Kenya, with steamed white rice. Ndengu goes best with rice, the other next thing I can think of is chapatis, this post is a recipe on how to cook up and serve rice ndengu using as few ingredients as possible…
In this post, we are going to explore popular rice types and brands in Kenya to help you narrow if not resolve your internal debating on the supermarket aisle on your next grocery haul, for you will already know the rice type and brand that is best for you! You are what you eat, I’m a cheap person generally, but…
Pilau is a spicy-heavy and aromatic rice, with beef pieces cooked as a one-pot dish. Pilau is also known as Pilaf in other regions. It is believed to have originated from The Middle East and then was adopted by the Coastal Swahili tribes through historical trading interactions. In the continental mainland, it is an occasional dish served…
This is the ultimate entry-level rice cooker: the Sayona SRC 4302 Rice Cooker. Unveil its features, performance, and why it’s hailed as the top choice for budget-conscious shoppers: In this comprehensive review, explore why this appliance is your gateway to the world of rice cookers. Let’s be real, you have messed up cooking rice at…
This post assesses the outcomes of using a rice cooker compared to cooking rice on a stovetop. It aims to help you determine whether investing in a rice cooker for your kitchen is worthwhile or if you should forego it altogether. In case you are wondering is a rice cooker better? Short Answer: it is.…