Sukuma Wiki

Collard Greens

Kenya's most consumed vegetable. High in vitamins A, C, and K. Ideal with ugali, rice, or chapati. Perfect alongside KukuCrest chicken.

Managu

African Nightshade

Central Kenya staple with a slightly bitter, earthy taste. Rich in iron and antioxidants. In high demand — often sells out by midday.

Terere

Amaranth Greens

Popular in Western Kenya and Nyanza. High iron content, rich flavour, excellent cooked with omena or as a standalone dish.

Mrenda

Jute Mallow

Western Kenya and coastal favourite. Naturally viscous texture when cooked, rich in calcium and fibre. A comfort food for many communities.

Kunde

Cowpea Leaves

Tender cowpea leaves loved by Luhya and Luo communities. Protein-packed, pairs well with ugali and chicken. Sourced from Western Kenya farmers.

Saga

Spider Plant

A prized Western Kenya delicacy with a distinctive bitter-sweet flavour. Naturally detoxifying. Ask us for current availability — sells fast.

Tomatoes

Nyanya

Firm, ripe tomatoes sourced from Naivasha and Rift Valley farms. Essential for every Kenyan kitchen — stews, sauces, salads.

Onions

Vitunguu

Red and white onion varieties, firm and pungent. The base of every Kenyan dish — available in bunches or kilograms.

Carrots

Karoti

Sweet, crunchy carrots from highland farms. High in beta-carotene. Great raw, stewed, or roasted — excellent with chicken.

Cabbage

Kabichi

Dense, crisp cabbages from Limuru and Kinangop. Versatile for coleslaw, stew, or stir-fry. Pairs beautifully with broiler chicken dishes.

Bell Peppers

Pilipili Hoho

Red, yellow, and green varieties. Sweet and crunchy — ideal for chicken stir-fries, grills, and salads. High vitamin C content.

Cucumber

Tango

Cool, crisp cucumbers with high water content. A Nairobi household favourite for salads, juicing, and snacking. Hydrating and light.

Avocado

Parachichi

Creamy Hass and Fuerte varieties from Murang'a and Meru highlands. Rich in healthy fats — a Kenyan household essential.

Mango

Embe

Sweet Ngowe, Apple, and Kent varieties. Sourced from Coast and Eastern Kenya farms at peak sweetness. A family favourite.

Bananas

Ndizi

Sweet Cavendish and cooking banana varieties from Meru and Mount Kenya region. Available year-round. Order by the bunch or bunch cluster.

Passion Fruit

Matunda ya Passheni

Purple and yellow varieties from Murang'a and Kiambu. Intensely fragrant, perfect for juice, desserts, or eating fresh. Very popular in Nairobi.

Pineapple

Nanasi

Juicy, sweet pineapples from Thika and the Coast. Rich in vitamin C and digestive enzymes. Order whole or ask us to have it prepared.

Watermelon

Tikiti Maji

Large, sweet watermelons from Rift Valley and Makueni farms. High water content — a Nairobi staple during the hot months. Order by piece or weight.

Garlic

Vitunguu Saumu

Fresh bulbs with strong, pungent aroma. Essential for marinades, stews, and roasted chicken preparation. Available by bulb or full head.

Ginger

Tangawizi

Fresh ginger root with intense, spicy warmth. Used in chicken marinades, chai, and stews. Anti-inflammatory and deeply aromatic.

Coriander

Dhania

Bright, citrusy fresh coriander. The finishing herb of Kenyan cooking — used on stews, soups, pilau, and grilled meats. Picked same morning.

Rosemary & Mint

Rosimari & Nanaa

Fresh rosemary and mint bundles. Rosemary for roasted chicken; mint for teas, cocktails, and salads. Grown in Kikuyu and Tigoni gardens.

Broccoli

Brokoli

Dense, nutrient-packed florets from Kinangop highlands. Excellent steamed alongside chicken or roasted with garlic and olive oil.

Baby Spinach

Mchicha Mdogo

Tender young spinach leaves, ready to eat. Rich in iron and folate. Perfect for salads, smoothies, and quick stir-fries. A premium Nairobi staple.

Courgettes

Zukini

Tender green courgettes from Kinangop and Limuru farms. Low calorie and versatile — grilled, roasted, or in stir-fries with chicken.

French Beans

Maharagwe ya Ufaransa

Slender, tender French beans grown in Naivasha and Kinangop for export markets. You get the same quality, delivered to your Nairobi door.