The Best food blog in South Africa
Duchess Potatoes Ingredients1 large bulb of Garlic1kg potatoes75g butter2 tbsp cream60g mature cheddar, gratedSalt, to tasteBlack pepper, to taste4 large egg yolksFresh parsley, for garnish MethodPreheat oven to 180C.Slice the top of the garlic head and place them on a sheet of foil.Drizzle generously with olive oil. Wrap the foil and place it on a […]
Rocky Road Ingredients200g milk chocolate, roughly chopped200g dark chocolate, roughly chopped200g biscuits, sliced into chunks – I used shortbread but any biscuit will work30g desiccated coconut80g mini marshmallows150g soft chewing jelly sweets40g nuts, roughly chopped MethodLine a 20×20 cm square baking tin with baking paper and set aside.place the chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl and […]
Durban-style fish cakes Ingredients6 tbsp Kerrygold Butter1 kg hake medallionsSalt, to tasteBlack pepper, to taste500g potatoes, boiled1 onion, finely diced2 tsp crushed garlic60g coriander, roughly chopped3 green chillies, finely diced2 tsp cumin powder2 tsp coriander powder2 large eggs Crumbing1 cup flour3 large eggs, lightly whisked1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs250ml vegetable oil Method Season the fish lightly […]
Roast chicken with curry butter Ingredients 1.2-1.5 kg whole chicken, patted dry 100g curry butter1 lemon, quartered5 thyme sprigs1 onion, quartered 250ml chicken stock Method Preheat oven to 180C. Place the rack on the middle shelf.Remove chicken from the fridge for at least 20 minutes before.Smear the curry butter all over the surface of the […]
Cheesy Roasted Garlic Bread with Hot Honey Ingredients2 heads of garlicOlive oilSaltBlack pepper150g unsalted butter, at room temperature1 Large Ciabatta loaf2 cups of cheese, I used a mixture of sharp cheddar and mozzarella For the hot honey8 tbsp honey,1 tsp chilli flakes MethodPreheat oven to 180C.Slice the tops of the garlic heads and place them […]
Blinis with cream cheese and smoked trout Ingredients3 tbsp warm water1/2 tsp dry yeast1/2 tsp white sugar100g cake flour1/2 tsp salt1 large egg at room temperature30g unsalted butter, melted and cooled80 ml full cream milk, warmCooking spray, for cooking Cream cheese, to serve200g smoked trout, to serve3 tbsp dill, finely chopped MethodMix the warm water, […]
Easter Cookie Truffles Ingredients200g Eet-Sum-Mor biscuits, crushed100g icing sugar150g Medium fat cream cheese, at room temperature120g smooth peanut butter300g dark chocolate, choppedSprinkles, optionalSea salt flakes, optional MethodAdd the crushed biscuits, icing sugar, cream cheese, and peanut butter in a large mixing bowl. Using a spatula or wooden spoon mix until combined. Scoop up a tablespoon […]
Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake Filled Easter eggs Ingredients12 Chocolate hollow Easter eggs230g Lancewood Medium Fat Plain Cream Cheese200g Milk chocolate + the tops of the chocolate hollow Easter eggs100ml fresh cream1/2 – 1 tsp Espresso powder1 tsp vanilla extractpinch of sea saltCoffee beans or chocolate shavings to garnish, optional MethodPrepare the chocolate hollow Easter eggs by […]
Pickled Fish Ingredients1 cup cake flour1 tsp turmeric1/2 tsp salt1kg hake, cut into cubes1/2 cup vegetable oil1 cup water1 cup brown vinegar6 bay leaves2.5 tsp black peppercorns2.5 tsp coriander seeds1 tbsp turmeric powder2 tbsp mild curry powderSalt, to taste4 medium onions, sliced into rings2 tbsp peach jam, substitute with apricot jam½ cup sugarHot cross buns, […]
Cornflake Easter Nests Ingredients200 g milk chocolate, chopped2 tbsp golden syrup, substitute with honey50g unsalted butterPinch of salt90 g cornflakes36 mini eggs MethodLine a 12-hole muffin pan with paper liners and set aside.Add the chocolate, butter, and golden syrup (or honey) to a large, microwave-safe mixing bowl.Warm in the microwave in 30-second increments until completely […]
The Tocka Blog 