There are many things that can make one fall in love with Mombasa. Besides the many tourist attractions in this part of the nation, you can have a taste of Swahili inspired foods.
Here are some of foods you must taste before leaving Mombasa.
Pilau
A visit to Mombasa will be meaningless if you do not have a taste of pilau. This food is not only tasty, but also nutritious. It can be cooked with chicken, beef, vegetable and mbuzi.
Viazi Karai
Viazi Karai simply refers to fried potatoes. These potatoes are called viazi karai because they are normally sold in basins (karai). Unlike the Nairobi sellers who use tomato sauce, food vendors in this side of the country use tamarind sauce, tomato gravy and chatini.
Mkate wa sinia
This is a popular food in Mombasa. The homemade snack can be purchased in different parts of Mombasa. It is common to find Swahili women selling this snack in various parts of the streets.
Achari
Achari, which are basically dried mangoes, are considered to be among the most popular foods in the Coastal region. Some sellers use food colour and sweeteners to make them tastier.
Mahamri
Your trip to Mombasa should not end without having a taste of mahamri. These are mandazi’s cooked in a different way. They are not only delicious but they also smell amazing. This makes them a perfect choice when it comes to breakfast.