by Heleen Meyer | Mar 30, 2026 | Mains, Meat
A fish marinade made with a touch of apricot jam is well known in South Africa, and is delicious on almost any fresh fish, not just snoek. In this recipe, the jam creates a delicious sweet and sour combination with the lemon, cumin and a touch of chilli – it’s so good! Make this recipe today, it’s perfect to enjoy over this coming Easter weekend.
by Heleen Meyer | Aug 12, 2025 | Accompaniments, Extras, Sauces
Nothing beats an aromatic homemade chakalaka. This tomato sauce or relish (tamatiesous or smoor, in Afrikaans) is a well-known and very popular accompaniment in South Africa, whether you enjoy it with braai meat (braaivleis), like steak, lamb or pork chops, boerewors (sausage) or pap (mealie pap). Chakalaka’s spicier flavour, with fresh ginger, curry powder, fresh chilli, and vegetables like onions and carrots is quite unique. Yes, chakalaka is available in South Africa in tinned form, but nothing beats a homemade version like this recipe. . Make a big batch of chakalaka to use in any of the delicious suggestions in the tips.
by Heleen Meyer | Dec 3, 2024 | Salad as a side, Sides & salads
This salad is made for a crowd, just perfect to make at your next braai when you need to feed lots of tummies. Unlike a heavy mayonnaise-based coleslaw this slaw is light and refreshing! The Asian-inspired dressing with soya sauce, ginger and chilli pairs perfectly with the sweet pineapple and crunchy veggies.
by Heleen Meyer | May 27, 2024 | Mains, Poultry
A warming chicken broth with deep Asian-inspired flavours and veggies is ideal as a comforting winter meal. Miso paste is a well-known, nutritious Japanese seasoning made from fermented soy beans. It sounds a little different but is so flavourful. Once you try it, you’ll want to add it to everything.
by Heleen Meyer | Jul 12, 2023 | Light meals, Light vegetarian
Peanuts are typically enjoyed as a quick snack, but there are many different types of cuisines that use peanuts as a prominent ingredient. This combination of peanuts, spices and aromatic rice is really fragrant. Enjoy this as a fabulous vegetarian meal.