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Ingredients500g cake four, plus extra for dusting7g instant yeast1 tbsp sugar1 tbsp olive oil1/4 tsp salt2 cups lukewarm water200g biltong, roughly chopped200g Kerrygold Mature Cheddar50g Kerrygold butter, melted MethodAdd chopped biltong and grated Kerrygold Mature Cheddar to a bowl, mix well combined, and set aside. Sift the four into a large mixing bowl. Add the […]
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 […]
Biltong, Brie, and Caramelised Onion Tarts Ingredients1 roll of puff pastry, thawed100g caramelised onion chutney125g brie, sliced50g biltong, roughly chopped MethodPreheat oven to 200C. Prepare a baking sheet with baking paper and set aside.Cut puff pastry into squares, smear on onion chutney, and add a slice of brie, and a portion of the biltong.Fold one […]
Spicy Pineapple Seasoning Ingredients1 large pineapple, sliced into quarters2 tbsp chilli powder2 tbsp sugar1/2 tsp salt MethodAdd all your seasonings to a bowl, and mix to combine.Sprinkle over your sliced pineapple and enjoy!
Braaibroodjies Ingredients12 bread slices2 tbsp butter100g basil pesto200 g Cheddar cheese, sliced3-4 tomatoes, thinly sliced1 red onion, sliced into rings MethodSpread butter on one side of each slice of bread and place half the bread slices butter-side down.Spread basil pesto on 6 of the slices, add the cheese slices, sliced tomato, and then onion. Sandwich […]
Boerie Pasta (tomato-based) Ingredients250 g fusilli pasta1 tbsp olive oil800 g boerewors, cut into bite-size pieces1 medium onion, sliced4 garlic cloves, minced1 jalapeno, finely diced, substitute with any chilli you have on hand800 g pureed Roma tomatoes or tomato passata1.5 tsp smoked Spanish paprikaSalt and pepper to taste2 cups rocket, substitute with baby spinach MethodCook […]
Peppermint Crisp Tart Eclairs IngredientsChoux Pastry300ml water125g butter135g cake flour4 large eggs Caramel cream500ml whipping cream100g Caramel treat Topping200g milk chocolate, melted100g peppermint crisp chocolate, finely chopped MethodMakes 20-25 Preheat the oven to 200°c. Prepare a baking tray with baking paper and set it aside. Place water and butter in a saucepan and bring to […]
Watch How To Make It Roasted tomato soup Ingredients1kg Roma tomatoes3 cloves of garlic, with the peel on3 – 4 thyme sprigsSalt & pepperOlive oil for roasting2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar1 cup vegetable stock1/2 cup creamBasil leaves MethodPre-heat your oven to 190C.Wash tomatoes and cut them in half. Spread the tomatoes & garlic cloves onto a […]
Parmesan Mashed Potatoes Ingredients8 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 5cm cubes4 tbsp butter¾ cup milkSalt and pepper, to taste½ cup grated Parmesan cheese MethodPlace potatoes in a large pot with 1 tsp salt, and add enough water so it’s 8 – 10 cm above the potatoes.Bring to a boil over high heat. Then reduce […]
Butter Chicken Meatball subs Ingredients: Meatballs500g chicken mince2 shallots, finely diced3 cloves if garlic, finely diced2 green chilli, finely dicedHandful coriander, choppedSalt and pepperOil, for fryingPesto Princess Butter Chicken Sauce, plus extra for assembly AssemblyFrench loavesMozzarella cheese, gratedFresh coriander for garnish Method: MeatballsMix all ingredients in a bowl and shape into meatballs, fry on medium […]
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