HOW TO MAKE MATUMBO WET FRY
HOW TO MAKE MATUMBO WET FRY is a medium East African recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Milly Chebby on YouTube.
Prep: 16 min | Cook: 21 min | Total: 47 min
Cost: $15.54 total, $3.89 per serving
Ingredients
- 500 g Pre‑boiled Matumbo (Beef Tripe) (cut into bite‑size pieces; pre‑boiled to tenderize)
- 3 Tbsp Vegetable Oil (high smoke‑point oil such as sunflower or canola)
- 4 medium Fresh Tomatoes (blended into a smooth puree)
- 1 cup Fresh Cilantro (Dhaniya) Leaves (loosely packed, roughly chopped)
- 2 pieces Green Chilies (sliced; seeds removed for milder heat)
- 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients
Blend the tomatoes until smooth, chop the cilantro leaves, slice the chilies, and drain the pre‑boiled matumbo.
Time: PT10M
Heat Oil
Place the skillet over medium‑high heat and add the vegetable oil. Heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Time: PT2M
Fry Matumbo
Add the matumbo pieces to the hot oil and stir‑fry until they develop a light golden crust, roughly 5 minutes.
Time: PT5M
Add Cilantro
Stir in the chopped cilantro leaves and fry for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Time: PT2M
Combine Tomatoes and Chilies
Pour the blended tomato puree into the skillet, add the sliced chilies and salt. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
Time: PT2M
Simmer Until Sauce Thickens
Reduce heat to medium, let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 10‑12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the matumbo absorbs the flavors.
Time: PT12M
Finish and Serve
Remove the skillet from heat, give the dish a final stir, and serve hot with rice, ugali, or flatbread.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 15 g
- Carbohydrates
- 8 g
- Fat
- 15 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Carb, High-Protein
Last updated: April 17, 2026








