This dish is truly a labour of love, and I like to think of this style of breyani as an art form. I have the fondest memories of this type of breyani. My grandfather used to do some work for Manjra’s, a renowned establishment in Durban known for making and catering the most heavenly breyani. […]
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This is my simple, old-fashioned lamb chops chutney recipe. I call it old-fashioned because it’s a classic dish that has been a favourite in our family for generations. We often enjoyed this for breakfast on a Sunday. It’s also a great dish to prepare if you have leftover chops from a braai. I hope you
There is something incredibly satisfying about a mince and potato curry. Whether you enjoy it as is or with a handful of peas, it’s certainly a comforting dish that brings warmth and flavour to the table. I have fond memories of my Sandy Ma’s (Gran) mince and potato curry. We would dish it up as
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A simple, tasty Durban-style chicken curry is made with basic ingredients like oil, onions, ginger, garlic, chillies, tomatoes, and potatoes. It is flavoured with a few whole and ground spices, which I will list below, adding depth of flavour, warmth, and heat to the curry. The adaptation of Indian spices in South African cuisine, particularly
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As the saying goes, “Govender’s make the best crab curry,” and I can certainly vouch for that! My late grandad was a maestro when it came to crab curry. He possessed truly magical hands and found joy in the kitchen, a skill that has been passed down through our family tree. My dad, my uncle,
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This simple prawn chutney recipe is a piece of my childhood. A simple, spicy-sweet chutney with perfectly cooked prawns was a dish we often enjoyed alongside crab curry. If you love prawns, this is such a great dish to prepare. It’s really quick to make and an excellent dish to experiment with, especially if you’ve
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I am excited to share my take on a Chicken & Prawn Curry, South African style. Picture this: succulent prawns and tender chicken, in a fragrant symphony of spices. It’s not just a dish, it’s a celebration of flavours that’s easy to whip up, perfect for spoiling your loved ones. My family loved this dish
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Braised Lamb Chops with Onions & Potatoes – a recipe that holds a special place in my heart. This dish, inspired by my dad’s cooking, infuses tender marinated lamb chops with a blend of spices and yogurt, accompanied by crispy potato wedges and the sweetness of caramelized onions. INGREDIENTS Marinade: Whole Spices: Other Ingredients: METHOD
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When it came to celebrating my mother’s recent birthday, our family gathered for a sumptuous feast that included a mouthwatering spread of trotters and beans curry alongside a fragrant 3kg Durban lamb curry. My talented mother-in-law took charge of preparing the trotters and beans curry for a party of fourteen, while I undertook the delightful
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A Tribute to My Grannies This delightful fish curry is a heartfelt tribute to both my dear grannies, who each perfected the art of creating the most exquisite fish curries. Fond memories of my paternal granny’s dark and tangy fish curry, enriched with abundant tamarind, aromatic garlic, and tender baby brinjols, linger in my senses.
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