For those who have tasted a “staanrib” done right, there are few better ways to enjoy the true simplicity of South African mutton. “Staanrib” is the indirect way of cooking …
Salt and pepper “staanrib”
Quick and easy braaibroodjie flatbread (yeast free)
This wonderful recipe doesn’t require any long kneading or proofing, just mix until it comes together (almost like making scone dough), roll or press out, and bake. That means you …
Slow roasted lamb shoulder with spiced pumpkin, wine soaked cranberries & herbed couscous
Welcome to the third recipe in our #HeritageMonth #LambandWinePairing series with @cooking_with_lamb. There are few better meat cuts than a lamb or mutton shoulder – when slow roasted with garlic, …
Apple caramel dessert “pizzas” (when kids take over the kitchen)
Today is #kidstakeoverthekitchen day! In case you don’t know, I have an 11 year old daughter named Valki. She is not really into cooking (yet), but she has a tremendous …
Mutton tomato bredie with creamy polenta
Welcome to the second recipe in our Heritage Month Lamb and Wine Pairing series with SA Lamb & Mutton. This hearty mutton tomato bredie is incredibly fragrant with a range …
Creamy broccoli, bacon & blue cheese gnocchi
This simple recipe can be cooked under 30 minutes from scratch – so easy! With only a handful ingredients, it is convenient as a mid-week meal, indulgent yet nutritious, anytime …
Grilled butterflied leg of lamb with hummus, red pepper pesto drizzle & Za’atar pitas
This mouthwatering butterflied leg of lamb is marinated in a punchy mixture of rosemary, lemon, garlic and anchovies, then grilled to perfection in a kettle braai. Sliced thinly, you can …
Beef & aubergine meatballs with polenta and parmesan
Tender meatballs smothered in a hearty tomato sauce are up there on my list of most comforting meals, but add a bed of creamy polenta and some marrowy roasted aubergine …
How to cure olives
I realize that I’m posting this recipe while the SA olive harvest has already come to an end, but perhaps you can save it for next year. I was invited …
Easy spinach & pork wontons with sesame ginger soy sauce
I absolutely love any kind of dumpling or wonton with a zippy dipping sauce, but I never realized how easy it is to make at home until I tried this …