Last year I dedicated an entire month to Classic South African dishes, it was so much fun and such a treat to share with my family I honestly didn’t realise how many dishes originated in South Africa. What I love about South African food is that its simple yet so delicious and comforting. I’ve learnt […]
Vetkoek Cuban Sandwiches
I love adding twists to classic South African dishes, one of my favourites has to be vetkoek. I love the crispy outer layer and the soft centres. I also love pushing the boundaries a bit when it comes to what I fill them up with. I’ve done a spicy wors and caramelized onion recipe which […]
Chakalaka Nachos Wreath
Happy Holidays everyone, As you can see Christmas is my most favourite time of the year, I absolutely love all the time I get to spend with my family especially when it’s in the kitchen. This year I wanted to do a thread of cookie posts but decided to go savoury instead. How about this […]
South African Classic – Boerwors Pasta Bake
My husband says this is the best pasta he’s ever eaten, and the man’s been to Italy! An amazing pasta bake with boerwors, spinach, fresh tomatoes and gooey cheddar cheese 😍. So delicious. Here’s how you can make this delicious dish. Boerwors Pasta Bake Ingredients 2 tablespoons coconut oil 500g Boerewors, cut into bite size […]
South African Classic – Chocolate Chai Melkkos
You have to try this traditional South African pudding, perfect especially when enjoyed on a cold winter’s night. This is my own take on this delicious South African staple. Here’s how you can make it Ingredients 3 cups full cream milk 3 tablespoons sugar – I used Natura Golden castor sugar 2 sticks cinnamon 1 […]
South African Classic – Bobotie Pie
Ingredients 2 onions, chopped 2 tablespoons cooking pil 2 tablespoons curry powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 2 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 kg beef mince 1 white bread 250 ml milk 3 eggs […]
South African Classic – Peppermint crisp tart with a twist
I have always been a huge fan of peppermint crisp tart, weirdly enough I have never attempted making it. Until today of course. I decided to try my hand at something different, see I’m not a fan of the tennis biscuit base as im more of a chocolate lover so I swopped out the coconut […]
Next level boerwors vetkoek filling, with caramelised peaches and rocket
I loved everything about creating the filling for my vetkoek. The best part was obviously when it came time to taste. The caramelized peaches worked so well together with Mrs. Balls original chutney, it was like a little flavour bomb being set of and me enjoying every second of it. And by second I mean […]
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