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South Africa Recipes
The rainbow nation’s braai fires and township kitchens. Not sure what to eat in South Africa? Start with Bobotie, Gatsby, Malva Pudding and Mieliepap with Amasi. Here are 6 authentic South Africa recipes, each from a specific region, with cultural context and dietary substitutions for every table.
6 recipes
Chakalaka & PapKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · easy · 50 minA punchy curried vegetable-and-bean relish beside smooth white maize porridge, braai-day essentials.
Bunny ChowKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · medium · 80 minA hollowed half-loaf of bread filled with fiery Durban curry, the ultimate hand-held street meal.
BobotieWestern Cape, South Africa · easy · 70 minCurried spiced mince baked under a golden savory custard, sweet with dried fruit and fragrant with bay, South Africa’s national comfort.
Mieliepap with AmasiKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · easy · 25 minSoft maize porridge served with amasi, tangy cultured milk, an everyday South African breakfast.
GatsbyWestern Cape, South Africa · easy · 45 minA foot-long roll crammed with meat or masala fillings, hot chips, and peri-peri, Cape Town's legendary sharing sandwich.
Malva PuddingWestern Cape, South Africa · easy · 55 minA sticky apricot-jam sponge drenched in hot cream sauce, South Africa's best-known baked pudding.
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