TikTok star and radio personality Azziad Nasenya has revealed her unique dislike for omena, the small silver fish widely eaten in Kenya. The content creator confessed that she cannot eat ordinary omena unless the head is removed, joking that the fish “stare” at her, making it uncomfortable to consume them in their usual form.
Azziad Explains Her Peculiar Preference
During a viral session with bloggers, Azziad elaborated on her discomfort. “Omena, aaaih weeeh! Those things stare at me,” she said. Asked if she could eat omena at all, she clarified, “I mean I can, if you remove the head because I will feel like they don’t have heads and that is fine.” She also joked that it had been a long time since she last ate omena because of how “scary” the fish look.
Her Preferred Omena Preparation Method
Despite her aversion, Azziad shared her method for preparing omena. She boils hot water, adds the fish and lemon, discards the water after the first boil, and repeats the process. She then dries the fish slightly in a pan before adding oil and onions. Interestingly, she sometimes prefers the fish without additional seasoning or onions, sticking to her own unique taste.
Social Media Reactions
Her candid confession sparked a flurry of reactions online. Some fans criticized her for rejecting a staple Kenyan food, with one jokingly comparing her distaste for omena to rejecting ugali. Others speculated that her preferences reflected her upbringing or lifestyle, while a few defended her honesty and appreciated her humor.
Background Challenges
Azziad’s revelation comes shortly after she faced a personal setback involving her Kileleshwa home, which was auctioned due to a KSh 25 million mortgage she failed to repay. The four-bedroom apartment with a servants’ quarter, located in Platinum Oak Residency, Nairobi, was auctioned at Jeevan Bharati Building. Despite these challenges, Azziad continues to engage fans with her content, blending humor and everyday experiences.
Quirky Confessions Resonate with Fans
Her playful honesty about omena and openness about her life struggles have sparked both debate and empathy among followers. Azziad’s unique personality continues to resonate with fans, who appreciate her candid take on her preferences, lifestyle, and the ups and downs of daily life.
