Kenyan Cuisine
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Mutura

Mutura is a traditional Kenyan sausage made from minced meat mixed with spices and blood, encased in the animal's intestines and grilled to perfection. It is a popular street food and celebratory dish, often enjoyed during social gatherings and ceremonies, reflecting the pastoral heritage of Kenyan communities.

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Kenyan70%
Indian20%
Arab10%

Ingredients

  • beef or goat meat
    2 lbs
  • animal intestines (cleaned)
    enough for casing
  • fresh blood
    1 cup
  • onions
    1 large, chopped
  • salt
    to taste
  • black pepper
    1 tsp
  • cayenne pepper
    1 tsp
  • coriander powder
    1 tsp

Method

Steps not available

Mutura originated among the Kikuyu and other pastoralist groups in Kenya, where utilizing all parts of the animal was essential. The dish embodies resourcefulness and communal sharing in Kenyan culture.

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

ingredients+techniques
Indian20%
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Arab10%
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