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Nutritional Values
540kcal
42gProtein
30gCarbs
26gFat
4gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Mchemsho
How to order / say it
Say it
Mchemsho — [M-chehm-shoh]
Order
I'd like to have Mchemsho, please.
Locally
Ningependa Mchemsho, tafadhali.
Say locally
A rich boiled dish of beef and assorted vegetables.
Why try it?
Mchemsho is a comforting meal that brings family and friends together, embodying the heartwarming gatherings typical in Arusha.
How it tastes
The dish is mild with tender beef and a medley of root vegetables, seasoned gently for a natural taste.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
Developed in the 19th century in Arusha during the colonial era, as locals adapted their cooking to new ingredients available.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 400 g Beef
- 🥕 200 g Potato
- 🥕 100 g Carrot
- 🧄 100 g Onion
- 🧂 10 g Salt
- 🌿 10 g Cilantro
Method
- 1 Boil beef in water until tender.
- 2 Add in chopped potatoes, carrots, and onions.
- 3 Season with salt and cook until vegetables soften.
- 4 Garnish with cilantro before serving.
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