South African Recipes
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Saucy oxtail
Slow-cooked to perfection, this hearty dish features succulent oxtail bathed in a rich tomato-based sauce, generously filled with chunks of whole tomatoes, carrots, and onions.
Read morePilchards smoortjie
Explore the vibrant flavours of South Africa with this wholesome budget-friendly recipe for curried pilchards served in vetkoek.
Braised lamb chops with creamy mushroom sauce
Braised lamb chops with a creamy mushroom sauce that can be "dressed" up for a fancy weekend night supper with hot veggies or a totally laid-back Saturday afternoon lunch with salads.
Braaied haloumi and mushroom kebabs
Whether it's a cheesy braai side you're on the lookout for or a vegetarian kebab recipe, these braaied haloumi and mushroom kebabs could not be easier to make!
Mediterranean frikkadel sarmie
An air fryer-friendly lunch and quickie dinner option to prepare just before loadshedding hits!
Rooibos beer
An innovative rooibos-infused beer recipe that blends the rich, malty flavours of traditional beer with the distinct nutty and herbal notes of rooibos tea, creating a delightful and refreshing brew with a South African twist.
Boerie rolls 3 ways
Boerewors rolls with three different toppings for the perfect Sunday braai day with the family!
Lamb “boerie” roll
A ‘stokbrood’ style roll filled with smoked boerewors flavoured pulled shoulder of lamb and served with a sumptuous onion smoor.
Lamb jaffle
A jaffle made with sourdough bread, filled with a rich lamb neck tomato bredie filling and served with a fruity chutney
Lamb salomi
A buttery and flaky roti filled with a spicy Malay style curry made with lamb flank, turmeric sautéed diced potato and served with a chilli and coriander relish.