South Africa Recipes
Crayfish Salad
Posted on December 15th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Fish Dishes, Salads, South Africa
Crayfish tails tossed in a tangy sauce with honeydew melon and celery cubes on a bed of lettuce. This Crayfish salad is perfect for a light summer lunch or starter.
Peri Peri Chicken Livers
Posted on December 15th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Meat Dishes, South Africa, Starters
Deliciously spicy Peri Peri Chicken Livers best served on buttered bread rolls with a fresh green salad.
Biltong Pate
Posted on December 14th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: South Africa, Spreads and Dips, Starters
Deliciously creamy with a uniquely South African taste, this Biltong Pate makes an excellent spread for crackers or breads
Garlic Prawns
Posted on December 3rd, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Fish Dishes, South Africa, Starters
This recipe for garlic prawns makes a great starter and is best served with rice and a green salad.
Kingklip and Prawn Paella
Posted on December 3rd, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Fish Dishes, Main Course, South Africa
This kingklip and prawn paella makes a lovely starter to the Christmas lunch or served as a meal on its own. Mussels and calamari make good additions to this paella as a variation, in which case you would marinate the …
Fruity Christmas Trifle
Posted on December 1st, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa
Christmas is just not Christmas without trifle for dessert and for many of us in South Africa, it is the only time of the year we get to enjoy this delicious treat. This is the very basic, most traditional way …
Peppermint Crisp Fridge Tart
Posted on November 20th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa
An oh so delicious peppermint crisp tart, with layers of crispy biscuit, caramel, cream and mint chocolate. Be sure to enjoy in moderation as this dessert is very rich.
Strawberry Mousse
Posted on November 20th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa
An alternative to the infamous chocolate mousse, this version is made with low fat strawberry yogurt instead so you can enjoy this summer treat without the guilt. Experiment with different flavours yoghurt and jelly and create your own mousse.
Lemon Fridge Tart
Posted on November 20th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa
A crunchy biscuit crust with a tangy lemon filling makes this lemon tart the perfect summer dessert.
Lemon Meringue
Posted on November 19th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa
A quick and easy recipe for Lemon Meringue that can be whipped up in minutes and look absolutely beautiful when it comes out of the oven.
Banana Caramel Fridge Tart
Posted on November 19th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Cakes, Desserts, South Africa
Layers of crunchy gingernut biscuit with slices of banana, caramel and topped with whipped cream makes this tart sinfully delicious.
Sosaties
Posted on November 19th, 2009 by Head ChefFiled in: Main Course, Meat Dishes, South Africa
Skewered marinated lamb with a deliciously spicy curry sauce, grilled to a succulent softness.
Frikkadels
Posted on September 11th, 2008 by Head ChefFiled in: Main Course, Meat Dishes, South Africa
Braised meat patties flavoured with nutmeg and coriander. Frikkadels may be made from lamb, beef or pork or any combination of these to suit your taste.
Bobotie (Baked Ground Lamb Curry Casserole)
Posted on September 11th, 2008 by Head ChefFiled in: Main Course, Meat Dishes, South Africa
Bobotie is a South African dish consisting of spiced minced meat baked with an egg-based topping. The recipe probably originates from the Dutch East India Company colonies in Batavia, with the name derived from the Indonesian Bobotok. It is also …
Tomato Bredie (Lamb and Tomato Stew)
Posted on September 11th, 2008 by Head ChefFiled in: Main Course, Meat Dishes, South Africa
This traditional South Africa Lamb and Tomato Stew, known as “Tomatie Bredie” serves 6 people. Delicious served piping hot with rice. (Bredie means vegetable stew).
Bread & Butter Pudding
Posted on July 23rd, 2008 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa, Sweets
Bread and Butter Pudding is a traditional South African dessert. Served hot with with golden syrup, jam or honey and a good dollop of fresh cream! Enjoy.
Biltong
Posted on October 13th, 2007 by Head ChefFiled in: Miscellaneous, Snacks, South Africa
South Africa’s all time favourite snack – Biltong is a dried meat snack that originates from South Africa. Different meats can be used to make Biltong (beef is the popular standard). Biltong is made from beef, ostrich, game (springbok, kudu) …
Soetkoekies
Posted on September 18th, 2007 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa, Sweets
Soetkoekies are traditional South African biscuits of Dutch origin, made with flour and wine. (“soet” means “sweet” and “koekies” are “cookies”). Preparation time is about 20 minutes, cooking time is 10 minutes.
Chakalaka
Posted on September 15th, 2007 by Head ChefFiled in: Accompaniments, Salads, South Africa, Vegetable Dishes
Chakalaka is very “South African”. Chakalaka is served as a sauce or as a relish and often as a cold salad with other greens. Chakalaka is not only served in shebeens but also in 5 star game lodges and fine …
Melktert (Milk Tart)
Posted on June 25th, 2007 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa
Melktert is traditional Milk Tart. It is a traditional South African tart that is very easy to prepare and very popular. Best home made as per recipe but you can buy Melktert in supermarkets. Preparation takes about 30 minutes, cooking …
Koeksisters
Posted on June 18th, 2007 by Head ChefFiled in: Desserts, South Africa, Sweets
Koeksisters (or Koeksusters) are a traditional South African dessert. They are a syrup-coated doughnut that is twisted into a braided shape (like a plait), prepared by deep-frying the dough in oil and then dipping the fried dough into cold sugar …
Tomato Bredie
Posted on June 8th, 2007 by Head ChefFiled in: Main Course, Meat Dishes, South Africa
A thick, richly flavoured lamb and tomato stew, of Malay origin, but popular throughout South Africa. Ideal served on a bed of rice, to warm away the winter chills.
Bobotie
Posted on March 20th, 2007 by Head ChefFiled in: Main Course, Meat Dishes, South Africa
Bobotie is a slightly sweet, spiced minced dish. The Cape Malay Bobotie recipe is a traditional version that makes a spicy, slightly sweet dish, with a very light curry flavor.
