Local Dishes

1. Supu

   Soup

   Usage

   The word to ask for a soup of meat or vegetables

   Grammar Note

   A borrowing with the same form as Swahili "supu". A native word, "inkiwuo", also exists, but "supu" is what is heard in speech. Borrowed word; native review recommended

2. Pilau

   Pilau (spiced rice)

   Usage

   A spiced rice dish; the name to use when you order at a restaurant

   Grammar Note

   A dish name shared across East Africa, said as it is. A native Maa word was not found. Borrowed word; native review recommended

3. Sukuma

   Sukuma (collard greens)

   Usage

   The leafy greens usually cooked and served beside the staple; use it to ask for a side dish

   Grammar Note

   A word used widely in Kenya, said as it is. A native Maa word was not found. Borrowed word; native review recommended

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