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SA Recipes

Authentic flavours from home, shared by the community

Ginger Beer and Onion Glazed Braai Wings
Braai & Snacks

Ginger Beer and Onion Glazed Braai Wings

A smoky, flame-grilled version of the classic recipe where the ginger beer marinade caramelizes beautifully over hot coals.

20 minutes plus marinating 4
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Traditional Apricot Bread and Butter Pudding
Desserts

Traditional Apricot Bread and Butter Pudding

A classic South African comfort dessert made with layers of buttered bread and sweet apricot jam soaked in creamy custard.

15 minutes 6 servings
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Traditional Butter Eet Sum Mor
Bakes

Traditional Butter Eet Sum Mor

A rich and buttery shortbread biscuit that is a nostalgic favorite in South African homes.

15 mins 24 biscuits
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Classic South African Buttermilk Plaatkoekies
Bakes

Classic South African Buttermilk Plaatkoekies

These thick and fluffy pancakes are a nostalgic tea-time staple in many South African households.

15 mins 4
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Traditional South African Beef Frikkadels
Mains & Traditional

Traditional South African Beef Frikkadels

Classic oven-baked meatballs flavored with nutmeg and cloves, a staple of Cape Dutch cuisine.

45 minutes 4
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Traditional South African Condensed Milk Fudge
Desserts

Traditional South African Condensed Milk Fudge

A rich and creamy caramel-colored fudge made with condensed milk and butter.

10 mins 24 pieces
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Classic Ouma's Banana Bread
Bakes

Classic Ouma's Banana Bread

A nostalgic, moist tea-time loaf that uses very overripe bananas for maximum sweetness.

15 mins 8-10 slices
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Traditional Rooibos Carrot Cake
Bakes

Traditional Rooibos Carrot Cake

A moist and fragrant bake infused with the iconic South African herbal tea for a unique depth of flavor.

20 mins 12
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Classic Pink and White Marshmallow Tart
Desserts

Classic Pink and White Marshmallow Tart

A nostalgic, sweet, and creamy no-bake dessert featuring colorful marshmallows.

20 minutes 8-10
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Classic South African Honeycomb Toffee
Braai & Snacks

Classic South African Honeycomb Toffee

A light and airy aerated sugar candy that shatters with a satisfying crunch.

15 mins 6 people
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Fiery Peri-Peri Chicken Livers
Starters

Fiery Peri-Peri Chicken Livers

A spicy and tangy South African classic featuring bird's eye chilies and lemon for a bold kick.

10 minutes 4 servings
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West Coast Braai Crayfish Tails with Lemon Garlic Butter
Braai & Snacks

West Coast Braai Crayfish Tails with Lemon Garlic Butter

Fresh Cape rock lobster tails grilled over open coals and basted with a zesty garlic butter sauce.

20 mins 4
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Traditional Creamy Smoked Snoek Pâté
Braai & Snacks

Traditional Creamy Smoked Snoek Pâté

A classic Cape Malay-style spread made with flaked smoked snoek, cream cheese, and a hint of lemon.

15 minutes 4-6 people
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Traditional South African Butternut Soup with Toasted Seeds
Starters

Traditional South African Butternut Soup with Toasted Seeds

A creamy and comforting soup that blends sweet roasted butternut with mild Cape curry spices.

45 minutes 4-6
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Classic South African Cinnamon Sugar Pannekoek
Desserts

Classic South African Cinnamon Sugar Pannekoek

A light and silky crepe traditionally served with a generous dusting of cinnamon sugar and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

40 minutes 12 crepes
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Classic Cinnamon-Sugar Pumpkin Fritters
Vegetarian & Sides

Classic Cinnamon-Sugar Pumpkin Fritters

A beloved traditional South African treat served as a sweet side dish or snack.

30 minutes 4-6
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Traditional Buttermilk Rusks
Bakes

Traditional Buttermilk Rusks

A classic South African staple perfect for dipping into morning coffee or tea.

45 mins 40 rusks
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Traditional Apricot Hertzoggies
Desserts

Traditional Apricot Hertzoggies

Classic sweet jam-filled tartlets topped with a light coconut meringue.

45 mins 24 tartlets
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Traditional Boerekos Chicken Pie
Mains & Traditional

Traditional Boerekos Chicken Pie

A classic comforting pie featuring tender chicken, sago, and hard-boiled eggs under a flaky pastry crust.

45 minutes 6-8
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Traditional Chakalaka Boerewors Roll
Braai & Snacks

Traditional Chakalaka Boerewors Roll

A classic South African street food staple featuring spiced sausage and a vibrant vegetable relish.

15 mins 6
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Classic Peppermint Crisp Tart
Desserts

Classic Peppermint Crisp Tart

A quintessential no-bake South African fridge tart layered with coconut biscuits, caramel, and peppermint chocolate.

20 minutes (plus 4 hours chilling) 8-10
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Traditional Beef Droewors
Braai & Snacks

Traditional Beef Droewors

A classic South African dried sausage made with premium beef and toasted coriander spices.

45 minutes plus 3-5 days drying 2kg of dried snacks
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Traditional Beef Biltong
Braai & Snacks

Traditional Beef Biltong

A classic South African dried meat snack cured with coriander and vinegar.

20 minutes plus 4 days drying 10 people
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Amarula Martini
Drinks

Amarula Martini

A sophisticated and smooth cream-based martini perfect for evening sipping.

5 mins 1
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Classic Lemon and Honey Rooibos Iced Tea
Drinks

Classic Lemon and Honey Rooibos Iced Tea

A refreshing and timeless South African beverage perfect for hot summer days.

15 mins 4
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Traditional Red Wine Oxtail Potjie
Mains & Traditional

Traditional Red Wine Oxtail Potjie

A rich and hearty slow-cooked beef stew prepared in a classic cast-iron pot over open coals.

45 minutes 6-8
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Classic Cream and Brown Onion Soup Potato Bake
Vegetarian & Sides

Classic Cream and Brown Onion Soup Potato Bake

The quintessential South African braai side featuring layers of potatoes bathed in a creamy onion sauce.

15 mins 6
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Classic Garlic & Herb Braai Bread
Braai & Snacks

Classic Garlic & Herb Braai Bread

A traditional South African staple featuring buttery garlic and fresh herbs grilled over open coals.

15 minutes 4-6
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Traditional Braai Lamb Chops with Monkey Gland Sauce
Braai & Snacks

Traditional Braai Lamb Chops with Monkey Gland Sauce

Succulent lamb chops grilled over open flames and served with the iconic South African sweet-and-savory sauce.

15 mins 4
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Classic Biltong, Avocado, and Feta Salad
Braai & Snacks

Classic Biltong, Avocado, and Feta Salad

A refreshing South African favorite combining salty dried meat with creamy avocado and tangy feta cheese.

15 minutes 4
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Classic Cape Malay Lamb Sosaties
Braai & Snacks

Classic Cape Malay Lamb Sosaties

A traditional South African braai staple featuring tender lamb marinated in a sweet and sour curry sauce with dried apricots.

24 hours 6
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Classic Curried Vetkoek with Mince
Mains & Traditional

Classic Curried Vetkoek with Mince

A quintessential South African comfort food featuring deep-fried dough pockets filled with savory curried ground beef.

1 hour 30 minutes 6
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Classic South African Braaibroodjie
Braai & Snacks

Classic South African Braaibroodjie

The ultimate traditional grilled cheese sandwich prepared over open wood-fired coals for a smoky finish.

10 minutes 4 people
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Traditional Braai Peri-Peri Chicken
Braai & Snacks

Traditional Braai Peri-Peri Chicken

Spatchcocked chicken marinated in a fiery blend of bird's eye chilies and grilled over open coals.

45 minutes 4-6
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Traditional Afrikaner Koeksisters
Desserts

Traditional Afrikaner Koeksisters

A sweet, golden, braided pastry that is deep-fried and then immediately soaked in ice-cold sugar syrup.

12 hours (includes syrup chilling) 24 koeksisters
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Classic Traditional Malva Pudding
Desserts

Classic Traditional Malva Pudding

A sweet and spongy apricot-infused dessert that is a staple of South African cuisine.

15 mins 6-8
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Traditional Beef Boerewors with Stywe Pap and Mild Chakalaka
Mains & Traditional

Traditional Beef Boerewors with Stywe Pap and Mild Chakalaka

A classic South African barbecue staple featuring spiced beef sausage served with stiff maize porridge and a vegetable relish.

20 mins 4
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Traditional South African Milk Tart
Desserts

Traditional South African Milk Tart

A classic South African custard pie with a flaky puff pastry crust and a dusting of cinnamon.

45 minutes 8
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Classic South African Bobotie
Mains & Traditional

Classic South African Bobotie

A fragrant Cape Malay baked mince with warming spices, apricot sweetness and a golden egg custard topping. South Africa's national dish and the ultimate comfort food.

20 mins prep · 55 mins cook 6
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