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SOuth African Recipes

to share at home!

This is our space to both celebrate and share our amazing culture of food, taste, and community… All from the best place in the house – The kitchen ofcourse!

Below are all of the best local dishes for you to actually make at home with the family. Forget about take-aways and start making something with real flavour!!!

Samoosa !

Pastry with filling

Made with all-purpose flour and stuffed with a filling. From potato, sweetcorn, to meat fillings and many other options.

This is a great snack food that is easy to make and a good use of left overs.

Samp & Beans!

Soft boiled Beans dish

A creamy, soft textured dish made with boiled Samp and sugar beans. Overnight soaking required.

This is a great dinner option to feed the whole family with a tasty dish that feels like home.

potjiekos !

Slow cooked chicken stew

A long but rewarding meal made outdoors on a fire with a specialised pot. Stewing vegetables and meat together with full flavour.

This is a great family event option to cook together, outside around the fire!

magwinya !

Deep fried dough balls

Made with all-purpose flour and stuffed with a filling. From mince, cheese, polony, jam, or anything else you want!

This is a great breakfast/lunch option that is easy to make and great for sharing.

Breyani !

Spicy rice and chicken 

A traditional Indian dish with South African twists and turns. A rice based dish with lots of flavour!

This is a great dinner meal that is serves a huge community at gatherings and events.

koeksister !

Sweet and sticky doughnut twist

Made with all-purpose flour, deep-fried, and coated with sugar. This is a treat that offers both flavour and texture!

A really sweet treat to have at events or for weekend specials. A huge hit with the kids.

chakalaka & pap !

Maize based meal with a bean mix

A traditional staple option for large events and family gatherings that’s always a winner!

This is an easy crowd pleaser that goes with a variety of meat options and perfect for a braai day.

Bunny chow !

Curry on the move

South African flavour curry, packed into a edible take away. This is a tradition for all locals, and famous around Durban!

This is a all day meal that can be served at any time. Perfect for beach days or anytime you are on the move.

milk tart !

Pastry pie with creamy filling

Made with all-purpose flour and filled with a milk like dessert. A light and flavourful option for any family spoil!

This is a great dessert option to make for your family, and is easy to make at home.

dombolo !

Steamed style bread and dumplings

Made with all-purpose flour and paired with stews. A great option to pair with your meaty gravy and family meal!

This is a starch option for any stew, gravy, or soup meal. Really tasty bread style that is soft, moist, and east to make.

shisa nyama !

Spiced meat on a grill

More of a style of cooking meat than just a simple recipe. This is a traditional option for all South Africans!

Always essential on a weekend or public holidays, we have included a special basting recipe as well.

cape malay curry !

Sweet and spicy curry

Made with a basket of spices and flavour, this is a favourite down in the Cape!

This is a great dinner option when having family and friends around. Really packed with spices that make you hungry.

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