Nyama Choma

Nyama Choma means "grilled meat" in Swahili and it's the undisputed king of East African social food. Simple seasoning lets the quality of the meat shine over charcoal heat.

Ingredients

• 1kg goat meat (bone-in pieces)
• Coarse salt
• Black pepper
• Lemon juice (optional)
• For kachumbari:
• 4 tomatoes (diced)
• 2 onions (diced)
• Fresh coriander
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1 chilli (sliced)
• Salt

Directions

1. Cut goat meat into large pieces, leaving some on the bone.
2. Season generously with salt and pepper only. Some add a squeeze of lemon.
3. Light a charcoal grill and let it burn down to white-hot coals.
4. Grill the meat slowly, turning occasionally, for 30-40 minutes until charred on the outside and tender inside.
5. Let rest for 5 minutes.
6. Serve with kachumbari (tomato-onion salad), ugali, and a cold beer.
7. For kachumbari: dice tomatoes and onions, add chopped coriander, lime juice, salt, and a sliced chilli.