Malfatti are rustic, handmade Italian ricotta dumplings. The word translates to ‘poorly made’ so don’t be alarmed if the shapes don’t look absolutely perfect. The delicate dumplings on this rich tomato sauce is so mouth-watering, you will want a second serving of this vegetarian dish.
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.
Make this salad for a braai or when entertaining. Panzanella is a traditional Tuscan tomato and bread salad. This AMC version is so refreshing and very moreish. Remember to only use a medium temperature when frying the croutons, to ensure that these little chunks of bread toast to a deliciously light golden-brown – you definitely don’t want to burn them.
Dié slaai is altyd vir mense ’n verrassing, want die slaaisous gee dit ’n interessante kinkel. Geniet die slaai as bygereg of ligte vegetariese ete.
Gekaramelliseerde uie verander ’n gewone braaibroodjie na ’n gourmet-braaibroodjie. As jy dit een keer daarop geëet het, is gewone uie vir altyd van die baan.