No tomatoes, please: Top chefs’ unwritten Kenyan pilau rules

Author: Hadassah SayaPublished on: April 30, 2026Country: Kenya
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No tomatoes, please: Top chefs’ unwritten Kenyan pilau rules

Pilau is a cherished dish in Kenya, commonly served at celebrations. Chef Qamili Dave emphasizes the necessity of meat, potatoes, and five main spices, firmly stating that tomatoes have no place in pilau. Another chef, Muthoni Kirunyu, shares her recipe, highlighting the importance of cumin and caramelized onions for an authentic pilau.

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