Chicken Biltong Salad
A quick and refreshing salad with shredded chicken biltong, mixed greens, avocado, and a light vinaigrette. Ready in under 15 minutes!
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 5 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Quick Bunny Chow
A simplified version of the Durban classic! Use leftover curry or canned beans for a fast and filling meal. Simply hollow out a loaf of bread and fill it with your curry.
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Vegetarian option available
Microwave Mealie Pap
A super quick version of the staple maize porridge. Cook maize meal with water or milk in the microwave for a fast and comforting breakfast or side dish.
Prep time: 2 minutes | Cook time: 8 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free (check maize meal ingredients)
Mince on Toast
A South African favourite for a quick lunch or dinner. Seasoned mince cooked quickly and served on toasted bread. Add a fried egg for extra protein!
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 12 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Can be made gluten-free with gluten-free bread
Chakalaka and Beans
A spicy and flavourful dish made with canned beans and chakalaka relish. Perfect as a side or a quick vegetarian main course. Serve with pap or rice.
Prep time: 3 minutes | Cook time: 7 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Vegan, Gluten-Free
South African Cheese and Biltong Platter
No cooking required! A quick and easy platter with South African cheeses, biltong, droewors, and crackers. Perfect for a light meal or snack.
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 0 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Varies depending on platter contents
Boerewors Roll with Sheba
Grill or pan-fry boerewors sausage and serve in a roll with a quick sheba (tomato and onion relish). A classic South African street food made easy.
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Can be made gluten-free with gluten-free rolls
Quick Vetkoek with Mince
Use pre-made dough to quickly fry vetkoek (fat cakes) and fill with seasoned mince. A comforting and satisfying South African treat, ready in a flash!
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Vegetarian option available (fill with beans or vegetables)
Biltong and Avocado Toast
A modern and quick snack or light meal. Simply mash avocado on toast and top with thinly sliced biltong for a salty and creamy combination.
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 0 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Gluten-Free option available with gluten-free bread
Leftover Braai Pap and Vleis
Turn leftover braai pap and vleis (grilled meat) into a quick and satisfying meal. Reheat the pap and vleis and serve with a dollop of chakalaka.
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Varies depending on vleis ingredients
Speedy Tomato Bredie (Instant Pot Version)
A simplified and faster version of the classic Tomato Bredie made in an Instant Pot. Lamb or mutton, tomatoes, onions, and spices create a delicious and heartwarming stew in a fraction of the time.
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 30 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Quick Butternut Soup
A creamy and comforting soup made with butternut squash, onion, garlic, and vegetable broth. Perfect as a starter or a light meal, ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Vegetarian, Vegan option available
Microwave Sosaties with Ready-Made Marinade
Marinate chunks of lamb or chicken in a pre-made sosatie marinade, thread onto skewers, and microwave until cooked. A quick and convenient way to enjoy sosaties!
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes
Dietary Considerations: Gluten-Free (check marinade ingredients), Dairy-Free