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Sour Fig Preserve
Sour Fig Preserve (suurvykonfyt) pairs perfectly with cheese, harmonizing sweet and tart flavours with the savoury creaminess of the cheese
Sep 30, 20241 min read
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Zerina’s Apricot Chutney
It might not be Mrs. Balls chutney, but Zerina’s Apricot Chutney recipe certainly echoes back to this favourite South African condiment.
Sep 23, 20241 min read
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Makataan (AKA Pie Melon)
Making Makataan (AKA Tsama or Pie Melon) is a labour of love. And you can certainly taste the love in every sweet bite of this konfyt.
Sep 23, 20241 min read
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Mint & Dhanya Chutney
Mind & Dhanya Chutney is a delicious condiment that adds a burst of flavour to food.
Sep 9, 20241 min read
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Aunty Jessie’s Pineapple & Dhanya Sambal
This recipe for Aunty Jessie’s Pineapple & Dhanya Sambal goes deliciously well with chicken akhni and breyani.
Sep 9, 20241 min read
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Naartjie Pudding Sauce
This Naartjie Pudding Sauce is just what you need to use up the season's naartjies. It goes delicious with an old-fashioned buttermilk puddi
Jul 22, 20241 min read
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What To Substitute For Missing Ingredients
Cookbook author Chantal Lascaris shares her secrets on quick-fix substitute ingredients.
Jul 1, 20242 min read
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Peanut Chutney
Vinette Ebrahim shares her recipe for peanut chutney just like her mom used to make, albeit much faster now that she does not have to grind
Jul 1, 20241 min read
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Blosende Oondgestoofde Kwepers, Die Lui Manier
As jy ’n sak vol kwepers kry probeer gerus een van die twee resep: Blosende Oondgestoofde Kwepers, Die Lui Manier of Gebakte Kweper Vir Inlê
Jul 1, 20242 min read
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Soet, Pienk Ingelegde (Gepiekelde) Radyse
Heerlike en maklike tuisgemaakte ingelege radyse: perfek vir slaaie, toebroodjies en charcuterieborde!
Apr 22, 20241 min read
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Nectarine Jam with a Hint of Ginger
This easy to make jam offers a burst of summer flavour to brighten the long winter months. It’s an elegant topping for high-tea scones but
Apr 15, 20241 min read
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Peach Atchar
Stock up and make some preserves for for the coming winter. This peach atchar will be a pantry essential once you’ve tasted it.
Apr 8, 20241 min read
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Spicy Plum Marinade
Plum season is almost at an end in South Africa. Preserve the taste of summer’s bounty by making this delicious spicy plum marinade. With pe
Mar 25, 20241 min read
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Marinated Leeks And Green Beans In A French Vinaigrette
Instead of going for your regular side dish of green beans, try this version instead. The Marinated Leeks and Green Beans in a French Vinaig
Mar 4, 20241 min read
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Make Your Own Chimichurri Sauce
This versatile sauce can be used as an ingredient in cooking and as a table condiment for grilled meat, or even vegetarian dishes. Chimichur
Feb 12, 20241 min read
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Preserved Lemons: The Secret Ingredient to Elevate Your Dishes
Preserved lemons make a flavourful addition to your kitchen arsenal and they are so easy to make.
Jan 22, 20241 min read
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Broadbean & Zucchini Dip
With the indulgence during the the festive season behind us, try this healthy dip to spread over wholewheat toast or crackers.
Jan 15, 20241 min read
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Potato Crisps With Avocado Dip & Asparagus
This delicious potato crisp with avocado dip and asparagus is the perfect party snack when entertaining guests this summer.
Dec 11, 20232 min read
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Lebanese Flatbread (Khubz Arabi), Foul Mudammas (Egyptian Fava Bean), Hummus & Smokey Aubergine Dip
Prepare a delicious vegan feast with Middle Eastern flavours for your next picnic.
Nov 27, 20232 min read
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Mosterdsous Vir Aartappelslaai
As jy lus is vir ’n ander tipe aartappelslaai, probeer hierdie mosterdsous in plaas van jou gewone mayonnaise-sous.
Nov 13, 20231 min read
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