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Nutritional Values
550kcal
30gProtein
45gCarbs
25gFat
5gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Katogo
How to order / say it
Say it
Katogo — [kah-toh-goh]
Order
Could I have Katogo, please?
Locally
Nsaba katogo, nnyabo.
Say locally
A hearty stew with plantains and offals.
Why try it?
Katogo is a breakfast staple in Jinja, showcasing the Ugandan love for combining plantains with protein-rich ingredients. It's a reflection of the local agricultural bounty.
How it tastes
Rich and hearty, the dish combines creamy plantains with savory offals, stewed to perfection. Its aroma is inviting, with spices that add depth.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Developed in Jinja during the early 20th century, Katogo became popular as a filling meal that utilizes readily available ingredients, reflecting the resourcefulness of local cooks.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 500 g matoke
- 🥩 300 g beef offals
- 🧄 1 pc onions
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic
- 🫒 50 ml oil
- 🧂 1 pc chili
Method
- 1 Sauté onions and garlic.
- 2 Add beef offals and cook until browned.
- 3 Stir in matoke and chili, simmering until flavors meld.
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