Kachumbari
If you like pico de gallo or similar dishes, you will enjoy eating Kachumbari. This dish is very prevalent and loved all over the country of Malawi.
Kachumbari is a light and fresh tomato and onion salad that makes the perfect summer side dish paired with your barbecue! This dish is very prevalent in East Africa, especially in Kenya and in Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and Uganda.
Kachumbari is a simple dish that explodes the summer flavors perfectly. Tomato, onion, avocado, and chili pepper, flavored with light lemon juice and cilantro sauce. With very few ingredients, each shines as a bright and clear reminder of warm weather and fresh flavors.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 medium red onion, diced
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large tomatoes
- 3/4 avocado
- 1 small chili (optional)
- 1/2 lime, juiced (approx 1 Tbsp juice)
- 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions:
- Place the diced onion in a small bowl and rub the salt evenly over the onion pieces. Cover the onion with water and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, dice the tomatoes, avocado, and peppers, then place them in a medium bowl. Drain the onions and add the vegetables.
- Finish by adding lime juice and cilantro.
- Mix well and season the salad. Add salt or add lemon juice if desired.
