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Smokie Pasua

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant street food scene in Kenya, Smokie Pasua is a beloved snack that showcases the fusion of flavors and ingredients found in local cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed on the go, this dish reflects the communal spirit of sharing food with friends and family. Today, variations can be found across East Africa, with different fillings and sauces, making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors alike.

KenyanKEsnack
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
smokies
cooking oil
half an onion
2 tomatoes
salt
chili
ketchup
choma sauce

smokies

πŸ₯—Healthier: chicken sausages

πŸ’°Cheaper: hot dogs

Chicken sausages offer a leaner option while hot dogs are more affordable.

chapati

πŸ₯—Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

πŸ’°Cheaper: pita bread

Whole wheat tortillas provide more fiber, while pita bread is often less expensive.

cheese

πŸ₯—Healthier: nutritional yeast

πŸ’°Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and provides a cheesy flavor.

lime

πŸ₯—Healthier: lemon

πŸ’°Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon is a good substitute for flavor, while vinegar is more economical.

1

Place a pan over low flame and add cooking oil to shallow fry the smokies.

2

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the smokies into the cooking oil.

3

Chop the tomatoes and onions while the smokies are cooking.

4

Use half an onion for two tomatoes, chop the onion into little pieces.

5

Remove the pit from the tomatoes and cut them into strips and dice.

6

Flip the smokies to cook on the other side until they have a lovely color.

7

Transfer the cooked smokies to a paper towel to drain excess oil.

8

Mix chopped tomatoes and onions in a bowl, adding salt to season the kachumbari.

9

Optionally add chili for spiciness to the kachumbari.

10

Slit the smokies in the middle without cutting all the way through.

11

Scoop out the kachumbari and place it into the slit of the smokies.

12

Serve the smokie pasua on a plate, optionally topping with ketchup or choma sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

panknifepaper towelbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Smokie RollSmokie Wrap

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