East African Kachumbari
Bright, refreshing salad of ripe tomatoes and sharp raw onion, spiked with chili and lime — the cool, crisp counterpoint to rich East African grills.
No common allergens detected
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Instructions
6 steps- 1
Place the thinly sliced red onions in a bowl of cold salted water and let them soak for 10 minutes to reduce their harsh bite, then drain well.
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