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Cider Chicken Braai

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Ingredients

  • 1 large chicken
  • 1 whole garlic
  • 4 bay leafs
  • 1 sheet muslin cloth
  • 4 handfuls hay
  • 1 bottle cider
  • Salt and pepper
  • BBQ with a lid

Directions

  1. Light the Braai. Once the coals are hot move to the side for indirect heat and put on the lid. Get up to about 180c
  2. Flatten the whole garlic cloves. Stuff the chicken with half of the bay leafs and garlic and place the others on top. Season
  3. Wrap the chicken in muslin and tie with string
  4. In a pan create a bed of hay. Place the chicken on top and moisten the hay by pouring in the cider. Tuck all the hay in so it doesn’t overhang and catch fire 🔥
  5. Place on the braai and cook with the lid on for approx 1:30-2hrs
  6. Halfway through cooking flip the chicken and pour in more cider to keep moist
  7. Undo the muslin after the chicken had cooked till the juices run clear
  8. On a direct coal heat now grill the skin until browned. Approx 5mins
  9. Rest, carve and enjoy 😊
  10. Place the chicken on the baking sheet, and season all over with the garlic powder mixture. This cider can chicken is a real braai showstopper.
  11. Cooking the chicken over a can keeps the meat moist and full of flavour while the peppy chimichurri sauce takes it to another level. In a medium bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, honey, ketchup and onion and mix well.

Apricot Snoek Fish Braai

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A classic snoek braai recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Lemon, Zest and juice of
  • 125 ml Apricot jam, smooth
  • 2 tsp Cape malay curry powder
  • 1 Salt and black pepper, Coarse
  • 1 Olive oil
  • 150 g Butter
  • 1 Splash White wine
  • 1 Whole snoek, filleted

Directions

  1.  Sprinkle the snoek with salt and leave for 20–30 minutes. Rinse off and pat dry.
  2. Cook the butter and garlic until the butter is foamy. Add apricot jam, lemon zest, curry powder and wine. Stir through. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and pepper.
  3. Coat the snoek in oil so it won’t stick to the grid. Braai for about 15 minutes, basting with the apricot butter and turning frequently. Serve with leftover apricot butter.

Apricot Snoek Braai

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Ingredients:

  • 1 whole Snoek fish
  • 4-6 ripe apricots, pitted and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Directions:

  1. Prepare the Snoek fish by cleaning and scaling it. Make diagonal cuts on both sides of the fish to allow the flavors to penetrate.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the apricot jam, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Place the Snoek fish in a large dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it coats both sides. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  4. Preheat your braai (barbecue) to medium-high heat.
  5. Remove the fish from the marinade and place it on a braai grid or a fish grilling basket. Keep the marinade aside for basting.
  6. Grill the Snoek fish over the medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and has a golden-brown color.
  7. While grilling, baste the fish with the reserved marinade to keep it moist and add extra flavor.

Warm Grilled Leek Potato Braai Salad

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This warm healthy braai salads idea is a winner for a winter braai!

Ingredients

  • 2 lb. new red potatoes
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 2 medium leeks, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise
  • 3 tbsp. plus 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. finely grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp rosemary
  • 2 tbsp. cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp. whole-grain mustard

Directions

  1. Heat grill to medium-high. Place potatoes in large pot, add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches, and bring to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt, reduce heat, and simmer until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain and run under cold water to cool. 
  2. While potatoes cook, brush leeks with 2 teaspoons oil, then place on grill cut sides down and grill, covered, until charred and nearly tender, 6 minutes. Turn and cook 2 minutes more.
  3. Transfer to bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let sit at least 5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine lemon zest, pepper flakes, vinegar, mustard, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. 
  5. Halve potatoes, or quarter if large.
  6. Chop leeks and toss with vinaigrette, then fold in potatoes.

Watermelon Braai Salad With Feta

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This watermelon braai salad with feta is a little different for this summers braai.

Ingredients

  • 1 scallion
  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. champagne vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp. ground sumac
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 3 lb. watermelon, rind removed and cut into large triangular chunks
  • 3 Persian cucumbers, smashed and then cut into 1/2-in. pieces
  • 6 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 c. whole-milk yogurt
  • 1/4 c. small fresh mint leaves
  • Flaky sea salt, for serving

Directions

  1. Finely chop white and light green parts of scallion; thinly slice dark green part and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, sumac, chopped scallion and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  2. Add watermelon and cucumbers and gently toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate 10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a mini food processor, puree feta and yogurt until smooth. Spread onto serving platter.
  4. Remove watermelon and cucumbers from marinade and arrange on top of sauce.
  5. Spoon 3 tablespoons of the marinade over top, then sprinkle with mint, sliced scallion and sea salt.

Falafel Chopped Braai Salad

Vegans and meat lovers will both love this original braai recipes idea, perfect for both summer and winter braai´s

Ingredients

  • 2 c. canola oil, for frying
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 1/2 c. packed baby spinach, divided
  • 2 x 15-ounce cans chickpeas, rinsed
  • 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • Kosher salt
  • 6 oz. roughly torn baguette (about 4 cups)
  • 2 pt. 
  • (4 cups) grape tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Attach a deep-fry thermometer to a small pot, add canola oil and heat to 350°F.
  2. In a food processor, pulse garlic, yellow onion and 1/2 cup spinach until very finely chopped.
  3. Add chickpeas, flour, cumin, coriander and 1/2 teaspoon salt and pulse to combine (chickpeas should be chopped but coarse). Form mixture into 2-Tbsp balls and fry in batches until golden brown, turning as necessary, 4 minutes. (Note: Oil must remain between 200c and 260c or balls will fall apart; adjust heat as needed.)
  4. In a food processor, pulse baguette to form coarse crumbs; transfer to baking sheet and toast until dry and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, red onion, lemon juice, olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  6. Finely chop remaining 4 cups spinach and fold into salad. Top with crumbs and serve with falafel.

Yummy Vegan Caesar Braai Salad

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Vegan Caesar salad packs in all the creaminess of the classic, plus extra good-for-you ingredients, a perfect braai recipe for your vegan guests

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Ingredients

  • 1 can Chickpeas
  • 5 Romain Hearts
  • cubed toasted Bread
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder 
  • 3 tbsp Oil
  • 1 chopped Cucumber
  • 1 cup halved Cherry Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp chopped Capers
  • Salt and Pepper

For dressing

  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. grated lemon zest plus 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 c. tahini
  • 1 tbsp. nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp. capers plus 1 tsp caper brine
  • 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
  • Kosher salt and pepper

Directions

Make the Crispy Chickpeas:

  1. Heat oven to 220°c. Rinse chickpeas; pat very dry with paper towels, discarding any loose skins.
  2. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss chickpeas with olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast, shaking occasionally, until crisp, 30 to 40 minutes.
  3. Remove from oven and transfer to a bowl and toss with lemon zest. Chickpeas will continue to crisp as they cool.

Make the Dressing and Salad:

  1. Heat grill to medium.
  2. Make dressing: In a mini blender or food processor, puree all dressing ingredients, until smooth, adding 1 tablespoon water at a time to adjust consistency and seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Set dressing aside.
  4.  Brush bread with 1 1/2 tablespoons oil. Brush onion slices with 1 tablespoon oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  5. Toss tomato and cucumber with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and season with a pinch of salt.
  6. Grill bread until toasty, 2 to 3 minutes per side; immediately rub with garlic. Grill onions until tender, about 5 minutes per side for onions
  7. Tear bread into pieces and separate onion rings.
  8. Toss lettuce with half the dressing to coat. Gently fold in grilled croutons and onion rings.
  9. top with tomatoe and cucumber, crispy chickpeas, and remaining dressing for drizzling or dipping.

Vegan Caesar Braai Salad

Vegan Caesar salad packs in all the creaminess of the classic, plus extra good-for-you ingredients, a perfect braai recipe for your vegan guests

Ingredients

For crispy chickpeas

  • 1  15-oz can chickpeas
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest

For dressing

  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. grated lemon zest plus 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 c. tahini
  • 1 tbsp. nutritional yeast
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp. capers plus 1 tsp caper brine
  • 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
  • Kosher salt and pepper

For salad

  • 4 thick slices bread
  • 3 tbsp. 
  • olive oil
  • 2 small red onions, cut into thick rounds
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 2 bunches small radishes
  • 1 clove garlic, cut in half
  • 2 heads gem lettuce or romaine hearts, leaves separated

Directions

Make the Crispy Chickpeas:

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Rinse chickpeas; pat very dry with paper towels, discarding any loose skins.
  2. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss chickpeas with olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast, shaking occasionally, until crisp, 30 to 40 minutes.
  3. Remove from oven and transfer to a bowl and toss with lemon zest. Chickpeas will continue to crisp as they cool.

Make the Dressing and Salad:

  1. Heat grill to medium. Make dressing: In a mini blender or food processor, puree all dressing ingredients, until smooth, adding 1 tablespoon water at a time to adjust consistency and seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Set dressing aside.
  2. Make salad: Brush bread with 1 1/2 tablespoons oil. Brush onion slices with 1 tablespoon oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  3. Toss radishes with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and season with a pinch of salt. Thread radishes onto small skewers.
  4. Grill bread until toasty, 2 to 3 minutes per side; immediately rub with garlic. Grill onions and radishes until tender, about 5 minutes per side for onions and 6 to 8 minutes for radishes.
  5. Tear bread into pieces and separate onion rings. Toss lettuce with half the dressing to coat.
  6. Gently fold in grilled croutons and onion rings. Serve with radish skewers, crispy chickpeas, and remaining dressing for drizzling or dipping.

BLT Pasta braai Salad

Pasta salad is the perfect braai salad idea for any type of braai !

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. pasta
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 c. baby arugula

Directions

  1. Cook pasta per package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in medium skillet on medium. Add onion and sauté until just tender. Transfer contents of skillet to large bowl.
  3. When pasta is cooked, drain well and add to bowl with onion and 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper and toss to combine. Fold in bacon, tomatoes, and arugula.

Delicious BLT braai Pasta Salad

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This sweet and tangy pasta salad is the perfect braai salad idea for any type of braai !

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Ingredients

  • 450g. macaroni pasta
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 TBSP Red wine Vinergar
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • Kosher salt
  • Crushed Black pepper
  • 8 slices cooked crispy bacon, chopped
  • 2c. cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 c. baby rocket
  • bit of basil torn up

Directions

  1. Cook pasta per package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in medium pan on medium. Add onion and sauté until just tender. Transfer contents of skillet to large bowl.
  3. When pasta is cooked, drain well and add to bowl with onion and 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper and toss to combine.
  4. Fold in bacon, tomatoes, and rocket .
  5. In a separate bowl mix some salt and pepper, vinegar and olive oil. Whisk or blend, then pour over salad and toss well.
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