Ugandan Street Food

Kikalayi Pork by Afrofeast

Crispy. Juicy. Shareable. Kampala’s favourite tray.

the story

What is Kikalayi Pork?

Uganda’s iconic street delicacy — pork fried hot and fast with tomatoes, onions, peppers and cabbage, then shared on a tray (lusaniya) with kamuleli, matooke, cassava or fries. It’s the taste of Kampala: smoky, lively, unforgettable.

see & learn

Discover Kikalayi

Kikalayi 101

The Platter

Kikalayi is a generous feast: crispy pork tossed with tomatoes, onions and cabbage, served center‑table so everyone reaches in. Add lime, salt and chili for that Kampala snap.

Streets of Uganda

Where to find it

Follow the smoke in Kampala — Wandegeya, Kansanga, Makindye. Listen for the sizzle of the kalayi pan and laughter around stacked trays.

How it’s made

Hot, fast, bold

Fry until edges are golden. Toss with aromatics (tomato, onion, pepper, cabbage). Finish with paprika, black pepper and fresh herbs. Serve on a lusaniya to share.

Sides

What to eat with

Kamuleli salad, matooke (green bananas), cassava or fries. Cold soda or local lager on the side. Rosemary optional — aroma essential.

Afrofeast

Eat with us

Street‑food walks and tastings across East Africa. Stories behind the smoke — cooks, markets, music, night.

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