Author: Rumbie

Simply Sublime Sweet ‘n Sour Chicken

Although this dish is certainly not Zimbabwean, I enjoy making it. It reminds me of the first  “days” when my hubby and I were dating 🙂 We’d have Chinese food every now and then. There are obviously many ways to prepare this dish and this is one of them :D. […]

 

Chihombiro (Chanterelle) Mushroom Stew

The Chihombiro mushroom, also known as Chanterelle mushroom is a delicacy. It has this fantastic peppery, meaty flavour. Not only is it delicious but also nutritious. Being a mushroom, it’s obviously a very good source of protein. Chihombori is known to contain nutrients, vitamins and minerals that promote brain health, […]

 

Nhedzi Mushroom & Green Beans Stir-fry

It’s summertime here in Zimbabwe and you’ll find a lot of wild mushroom sprouting. A lot of people, including myself are very cautious when it comes to purchasing these. For the obvious reason that some wild mushrooms are poisonous. This variety that I’ve prepared today is absolutely safe and edible. […]

 
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Pilchards and Star Macaroni Bake

This is a really filling a super easy meal to prepare. You know you’ll have a winner with the kids when you’re preparing pasta, match it with cheese and you’ll be sure to have plates wiped clean. You can prepare this mid-week when you don’t have much time or even […]

 

Toasted Open-faced Pilchards Sandwich

I enjoy making sandwiches, there’s just so many ways you can prepare and enjoy them. This here is one of my favorite ways of doing a sandwich- open-faced and toasted! My family enjoyed it with the Pilchards, tomatoes and cheese. Equipment Board Table knife Grater Baking tray Baking paper   Instructions […]

 

How to make Baked Beans at Home

I was in one of the supermarkets the other day and as I was passing the dried beans section, something I hadn’t seen in a while was caught in the corner of my eye! Haricot beans!!!! I remembered them from my childhood when my mum used to make homemade baked […]

 

#onthemenuthisholiday Pilchards and Potato Salad

Here’s another super simple and super tasty salad you can have on your menu this holiday. My family absolutely enjoyed it. It’s best served lukewarm than cold. This salad can work great as a starter or even an accompaniment to the main. Give it a go in preps for your […]

 

Pilchards Heart Healthy Salad

As is the case with most fish, pilchards fish are a good food choice for the excellent health of your heart. That is because they contain essential oils and minerals that are great for your heart. Combining them here with the lettuce and other vegetables such as freshly picked tomatoes […]

 
Zimbokitchen Mugayiwa Sadza

Mugaiwa served with Shredded Beef nemuriwo

Sadza remugaiwa, (straight run) is one of the popular mealie-meals in Zimbabwe.  Straight-run mealie-meal is one that has just been milled once and is preferred among those that want to eat healthy as it has more nutrients preserved when compared to the super-refined version. I served it here with some […]

 

Baked Beef-Chicken-Pork Meatballs

I absolutely loved this combination of meats. It came out just great. The meatballs were delicious and the sauce just took them a notch higher. Do give them a go, I’m pretty sure they’ll be a hit in your kitchen! We’ll get straight into it. BTW…. I took the shots […]