13 South African Recipes
From Durban Lamb Curry with Masala, Potatoes and Curry Leaves to Beef Sirloin Sosaties with Dried Apricot and Curry Marinade — explore 13 South African recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
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Durban Lamb Curry with Masala, Potatoes and Curry Leaves
A fiery Durban curry of bone-in lamb, cooked slowly in a red masala with tomatoes, curry leaves and whole spices until rich and tender.
Beef Sirloin Sosaties with Dried Apricot and Curry Marinade
Cubes of beef sirloin threaded with dried apricots and onion, marinated overnight in a sweet-sour curry and vinegar sauce, then grilled over coals.
Layered Beef Shin Potjiekos with Butternut and Baby Potatoes
Bone-in beef shin and vegetables slow-cooked in layers in a three-legged cast-iron potjie, without stirring, until the meat falls off the bone.
Coiled Boerewors with Stywe Pap and Tomato-Onion Smoor
A whole coil of coriander-spiced farmer's sausage, grilled until it snaps, served with firm maize-meal pap and a sweet tomato and onion relish.
Durban Beef Bunny Chow in a Hollowed White Loaf
A fiery Durban-style beef and potato curry ladled into hollowed quarter loaves of white bread. The scooped-out bread is served on top for mopping up the gravy.
Braai-Grilled Chicken with Chakalaka Relish
Juicy chicken thighs marinated in smoky spices, grilled until crisp, served with a vibrant vegetable relish.
Kaap die Goeie Hoop Braai-Style Beef Skewers
Beef skewers marinated with Cape Malay spices, grilled to smoky perfection for an authentic South African barbecue experience.
Cape Malay Lentil & Apricot Bobotie
A fragrant South African vegetarian twist on the classic bobotie, featuring spiced lentils, apricots, and a creamy egg topping.
South African Bobotie with Spiced Custard Topping
A traditional South African casserole featuring spiced minced beef topped with a creamy egg custard, served with yellow rice and chutney.
Indigenous Vegetable Potjie with Maize and Beans
A vibrant stew of heritage vegetables slow-cooked with creamy maize and earthy beans, honoring South Africa's living food traditions.
Huguenot-Style Beef Bourguignon with Cape Vintage Wine
A French-inspired stew slow-simmered to tender perfection with South African Pinotage wine and locally foraged mushrooms.
About South African cooking
What defines South African cooking?
South African cooking is shaped by the ingredients, techniques, and flavor pairings that emerged in that region. Our 13 South African recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
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Are there vegetarian South African options?
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