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Nyama Choma

Name: Nyama Choma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Kenyan, Tanzanian, East African
Ingredients: 1kg goat meat or beef (ribs or leg), cut into large chunks; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon salt (or to taste); 1 lemon, juiced

Kenyan · Main

A legendary East African specialty of succulent roasted meat, typically goat or beef, slow-cooked over charcoal until tender and smoky.

IntermediateHigh proteinPaleo

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1 hr 30 minA little patience, a lot of flavor

Prep time15 min

Cook time1 hr 15 min

Servings4 people

DifficultyIntermediate

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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

Mix the minced garlic, vegetable oil, salt, and lemon juice
In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, vegetable oil, salt, and lemon juice to create a simple rub.
Rub the mixture thoroughly
Rub the mixture thoroughly over the meat chunks. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
30 min
Prepare your charcoal grill
Prepare your charcoal grill for medium-low heat, around 350°F (177°C). Ensure you have a cool zone for indirect cooking.
Place the meat on the grill
Place the meat on the grill. Roast slowly for 60 to 75 minutes, turning occasionally. You want a charred exterior and a tender, juicy interior.
1 hr 15 min
Remove the meat from the grill and let it rest
Remove the meat from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving into smaller, bite-sized pieces to serve.
10 min

A little kitchen wisdom

For the most authentic flavor, use a charcoal grill and cook the meat slowly. Traditionally, only salt is used, but garlic and lemon add a wonderful depth.

What you'll need

Charcoal grillTongsMixing bowlCarving knife

Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

The meat can be marinated in the fridge up to 24 hours in advance.

Store & enjoy

Store leftover meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat slowly in an oven or pan to prevent the meat from drying out.

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An AI-created recipe from the EZdish collection. Ingredient quantities and techniques have not been independently kitchen-tested. Published on this website October 10, 2026. Updated October 11, 2026. First published in the EZdish collection February 4, 2026.

How to make it

Mix the minced garlic, vegetable oil, salt, and lemon juice

Rub the mixture thoroughly

Prepare your charcoal grill

Place the meat on the grill

Remove the meat from the grill and let it rest

A little kitchen wisdom

What you'll need

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

Store & enjoy

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