MombasaFish
Katashingo
High in protein, calcium and omega-3, deep concentrated flavour. Fry crispy, boost stews and ugali.
KES 700 per kg
| English name | Dried Anchovies |
|---|---|
| Swahili name | Katashingo |
| Scientific name | Stolephorus spp. |
| Family | Engraulidae |
| Caught | The Kenyan south coast |
| Method | Sun-dried and hand-processed |
| Sold by | Per kilogram |
| Price | KES 700 / kg |
~330 kcal · 60 g protein · 9 g fat · extremely high in calcium and protein by dry weight
Sun-drying concentrates everything. Weight for weight, dried anchovies are among the most protein- and calcium-dense foods you can keep in a cupboard.
Nutritional values are approximate, per 100 g raw edible portion, and vary with size and season. This is general information, not medical or dietary advice.
Fry crisp as a snack, or use a handful to build savoury depth in a stew or vegetable dish. Rinse briefly first if you want less salt.
Goes well with: Ugali, sukuma wiki, tomato stew
Every order is cleaned to your preference — scaled, gutted, filleted, cut into steaks or left whole. Choose at checkout.
Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry, dark place. No refrigeration needed.
Keeps: 6–12 months sealed and dry
No. Sealed, cool and dry is enough. Refrigerate only if your kitchen is very humid.
Six to twelve months if properly sealed and kept dry.
