Finger millet is a nutritious grain that is native to East Africa. It is known as wimbi or ulezi in Swahili. It is also commonly cultivated in other parts of Africa and in India where it is known as ragi. Finger millet is loved for both its versatility and nutritional value. It is packed with […]
Breakfast
Mahamri Recipe with Freshly Made Coconut Milk – Crispy and Tasty
What is Mahamri? Mahamri is a sweet fried dough whose main ingredients are coconut milk, sugar, and yeast. It is a popular breakfast item on the Swahili coast, but it is also commonly eaten throughout Kenya and Tanzania. The key to making the best mahamri is including all the essential ingredients and measuring each of […]
5 Healthy No-Cook Breakfast Ideas – Breakfast on The Go!
No Cook Breakfast
How to Mix Greek Yogurt with Granola and Berries
This was my go-to breakfast, mid-morning, or afternoon snack when I was a graduate student a few years ago. I would take my yogurt, granola, and berries mix to school and I’d be munching on it quietly as I worked on the never-ending grad school papers. I loved this combination for its yumminess but more […]
Maandazi Recipe – with Butter, Milk, Eggs, and Baking Powder
You could eat ten of these and not even realize it! This maandazi is soft, fluffy, and the tastiest ever. I worked on this recipe for some time to come up with the most accurate measurements for the ingredients because with maandazi, an excess of one ingredient can be disastrous, and so can an inadequate […]
Overnight Chia Seed Pudding with Greek Yogurt
Chia seed pudding is packed with healthy fats (omega 3 fatty acids) and is high in fiber, which makes it one of the healthiest and most filling breakfast options one can have. The pudding is easy to make with simple and readily available ingredients. In this recipe, I use Greek Yogurt and whole milk as […]