by Heleen Meyer | Oct 9, 2025 | Accompaniments, Extras, Sides & salads
Hummus (of hoemoes gespel en as ‘goemoes’ uitgespreek) is ’n bekende Griekse kekerertjie-‘patee’. Die veelsydige happie is heerlik om op soveel verskillende maniere te gebruik. Dis deesdae baie gewild en oral in supermarkte beskikbaar, maar min kan egter by ’n tuisgemaakte bakkie van dié gesonde lekkerte kersvashou.
This well-known, yet simple Middle Eastern chickpea condiment is super versatile and equally healthy – definitely more than just a dip for veggies. A good dollop of this oh-so-creamy, thick spread is divine on warm strips of pita, ciabatta or wholewheat toast. It’s typically combined with lamb or falafels in a pita or wrap, with fresh salad ingredients like cucumber, cabbage and tomato. What is your favourite way to enjoy hummus?
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 | Mar 17, 2025 | Light vegetarian, Salad as a meal, Salad as a side, Sides & salads
This is no ordinary bean salad. It’s wholesome and flavourful! Enjoy as a vibrant side dish, great for a braai, or have it as a light vegetarian meal – perfect to pack into a lunchbox as well.
by Heleen Meyer | Nov 26, 2024 | Salad as a side, Sides & salads
This recipe is such a simple combination of ingredients resulting in a refreshing salad that can be served with any meal. Replace the feta cheese for torn bocconcini balls (mozzarella cheese) and the origanum for fresh basil leaves for a classic Italian Caprese salad.
by Heleen Meyer | Jun 15, 2023 | Mains, Meat
A flavourful chicken dish, so easy to prepare, and this cooking method keeps the chicken juicy. The combination of tomato paste, citrus, spices and tangy apricots is so good.
