All parts of this wonderful plant are edible, and (at least here in Kenya) it’s leaves are far more popular as a meal than its grain produce. Kunde is best served sauteed with onions and salt as an accompaniment to a nice beef stew with ugali on the side

Health benefits:

All chillies contain capsaicin which is known to have many health benefits including boosting the immune system, eliminating inflammation and aiding in weight loss.

How to use:

• Rehydrate in boiling water before using
• Chop finely and add into the beginning of cooking your curries, stews or rice dishes
• Due to their intense heat, only 1 or 2 are needed at a time
• Add to cool oil and bring gently to low heat to make a chilli oil
• Grind in a mortar and pestle before adding to a dish to integrate the flavour seamlessly

Related to ornamental Cleome, chinsaga/saga/saget is shorter (around 3 ft. high), bushier, and grown for its edible leaves. It is a bitter green, sometimes compared to mustard, and is full of nutrients and vitamins, and high in protein. A few of its many common names are shona cabbage, African cabbage, spiderwhisp, cat’s whiskers, and wild spider flower

How to use:

• Rehydrate in boiling water before using
• Chop finely and add into the beginning of cooking your curries, stews or rice dishes
• Due to their intense heat, only 1 or 2 are needed at a time
• Add to cool oil and bring gently to low heat to make a chilli oil
• Grind in a mortar and pestle before adding to a dish to integrate the flavour seamlessly

Health benefits:

All chillies contain capsaicin which is known to have many health benefits including boosting the immune system, eliminating inflammation and aiding in weight loss.

Health benefits:

All chillies contain capsaicin which is known to have many health benefits including boosting the immune system, eliminating inflammation and aiding in weight loss.

Whether you call it Terere or dodo, this traditional Kenyan vegetable is a staple in most Kenyan homes. Its place among tradtional dishes is undisputable. Its tender leaves and slightly bitter taste are well-tempered with beef stew and a steaming hot plate of Ugali.

Nutrition Information:

Health benefits:

All chillies contain capsaicin which is known to have many health benefits including boosting the immune system, eliminating inflammation and aiding in weight loss.

This leafy, green vegetable is not to be confused with it’s poisonous European cousin. As a delicacy, it’s well known and loved in many households. Due to it’s bitter taste, it’s best mixed with other traditional veggies like Kunde and Terere.