Tambi

This recipe is a treat amongst rural villages amongst the Tanzanian coast. It is sweet so could be eaten as a dessert, but traditionally it is eaten as a main meal. This recipe was submitted to Cook the Commonwealth by Margot. Tested and photographed by Frankie

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Fry the spaghetti in the vegetable oil until it is a bit brown.

Step 2

Add a litre boiling water and the sugar, along with the cinnamon (and vanilla essence if using).

Step 3

Boil the water until it evaporates

Step 4

Add raisins when pasta is boiled.

Step 5

Serve