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12 epic recipes that'll get you fired up for Braai Day

Whether you fancy cooking chicken, lamb, steak or fish over the coals, we've got a recipe for a lip-smacking dish that'll be the star of any braai menu — including some tasty vegetarian options

21 September 2018 - 11:28 By Staff reporter
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CHICKEN 

RECIPE: Benny Masekwameng's braaied chicken liver skewers

Chicken livers cooked on skewers don't dry out over the coals, says celebrity chef Benny Masekwameng. He suggests topping these budget-friendly ...
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5 years ago

RECIPE: Benny Masekwameng's grilled Asian chicken thighs

These deboned chicken thighs cook more quickly over the coals than bone-in poultry pieces, says celebrity chef Benny Masekwameng
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5 years ago

RECIPE | Beer-marinated braaied chicken thighs

You can make the delectable marinade for these chicken thighs with your favourite craft beer
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6 years ago

RED MEAT

RECIPE: Greek-style lamb kofta burgers

For an exotic take on a hamburger, spice up some lamb mince, shape it into patties and grill it on skewers over the coals
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8 years ago

RECIPE | Whisky-sozzled lamb or pork ribs

Succulent braaied ribs served with a sweet and sticky whisky sauce
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5 years ago

RECIPE | Mexican citrus and tequila steak (carne asada)

The beauty of carne asada is that braaied steak sliced thinly goes a long way. Traditionally served with guacamole and salsa, it’s a perfect party ...
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5 years ago

FISH AND SEAFOOD

RECIPE: Crowd-pleasing paella cooked on a skottel braai

Give paella a local flavour and make it on the skottel braai. It’s the ideal way of catering for a crowd, so gather your friends and family and get ...
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6 years ago

RECIPE: J'Something's grilled fish & marinated peppers

The 'My Kitchen Rules SA' judge shares one of his favourite family braai recipes
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6 years ago

RECIPE: Braaied fish kebabs with corn & red pepper salsa

TV chef Justine Drake shares a simple recipe for a fresh, flavourful dish that can be cooked over the coals
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6 years ago

VEGETARIAN

RECIPE: Herb-basted exotic mushroom skewers

Serves: 4 as a snack or side dish Ingredients: 100g butter, softened 2 garlic cloves, crushed Large bunch fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, ...
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8 years ago

RECIPE: Sweet curried vegetable & chickpea potjie

This stew makes a satisfying vegetarian main course, but can also be served as a braai side with grilled meat
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6 years ago

RECIPE | Braaied vegetable-stuffed butternut

This recipe from Chanel Marais and Nick Perfect, finalists on 'The Ultimate Braai Master 5', proves that meat doesn't have to be the star attraction ...
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6 years ago

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