Nyama choma

The nyama choma is a specialty of grilled goat meat. Roasted meat is very popular in Tanzania and Kenya, where it is considered the national dish. The expression nyama choma means "barbecue meat" in Kiswahili.

Preparation
In Kenya, goat meat is preferred, but beef is also used.

For authentic nyama choma, salt and pepper are added, sometimes the meat is marinated first in a mixture of onions, garlic and ground ginger, with some hot pepper and lemon juice.

Consumption
It is available in both roadside inns and larger restaurants. It is traditionally eaten with hands.

The side dishes are varied, but the most classic are salad kachumbari and ugali.

Annexes

 * Braai