Welcome to the Celtnet Recipes South African Recipes Home Page

Welcome to the Celtnet Recipes section for recipes from the Southern African country of South Africa. Here you will find all the recipes from South Africa on this site all gathered into one place. I have attempted to gather together here as many South African recipes as possible. The current collection represents the largest gathering of South African recipes into one place on the web today. (Just scroll down for the recipes, they follow the brief introduction to South Africa given below.)

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North Africa West Africa Central Africa East Africa Southern Africa

South Africa and its Cuisine

South Africa, officially: The Republic of South Africa (Afrikaans: Die Republiek van Suid-Afrika) is the southernmost country on the African continent. South Africa attained independence from Britain on May 31st 1910 and became a republic on May 31st 1961. Racial strife between the white minority and the black majority has played a large part in South Africa's history and politics, culminating in apartheid, which was instituted in 1948 by the National Party (although segregation existed before that time). The laws that defined apartheid began to be repealed or abolished by the National Party in 1990, after a long and sometimes violent struggle (including economic sanctions from the international community) by the Black majority as well as many White, Coloured, and Indian South Africans. South Africa's largest city is Johannesburg, it's executive capital is Pretoria, judicial capital Bloemfontein and legislative capital, Cape Town. South Africa as a nation comprises more that 47 million people of diverse ethnic backgrounds. Major ethnic groups include the Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho (South Sotho), Bapedi (North Sotho), Venda, Tswana, Tsonga, Swazi and Ndebele, all of which speak Bantu languages (see Bantu peoples of South Africa). Christians account for 79.7% of the population. This includes Zion Christian 11.1%, Pentecostal (Charismatic) 8.2%, Catholic 7.1%, Methodist 6.8%, Dutch Reformed 6.7%, Anglican 3.8%, and other Christian 36%. Islam accounted for 1.5% of the population, Hinduism about 1.3%. 15.1% had no religious affiliation, 2.3% were other and 1.4% were unspecified. South Africa has eleven official languages: Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, siSwati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga, Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele, isiXhosa and isiZulu. In this regard it is second only to India in number. While each language is technically equal to every other, some languages are spoken more than others.

South Africa truly is a melting pot of cuisine styles, mixing African, European and Asian peoples, cuisines and cooking styles. Game plays an important part in the diet, especially in the traditioal braai (South African barbecue) as does fish (both saltwater and freshwater). The basis of South African cookery is a starchy staple and meat. The Eastern part of the country enjoys Malay-influenced spicy stews and the Southern part of the country is famous for its seafood. French immigrants have also led to extensive wine production in the country and South Africa is one of the world's great wine exporters. Though many of the dishes associated with South Africa, such as braais and potjies (one-pot stews) have a distinctive Dutch and Afrikaans influence the diversity of cultures in this country makes it difficult to pin down a truly distinctive form of cuisine. Indeed, what distinguishes South African cookery is the melange of styles and recipes derived from different cultures. One notable aspect of South African cookery, however, is the propensity of desserts in the country due to the European influences.


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The alphabetical list of recipes from South Africa follows (limited to 100 recipes per page). There are 55 recipes in total:


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African Banana Peanut Cake
     Origin: South Africa
Gestowe Soetpatats
(Slow-cooked Sweet Potatoes)
     Origin: South Africa
Putu-Pap
(Crumbly Pap)
     Origin: South Africa
African Corn Meal Biscuits
     Origin: South Africa
Ginger Ale
     Origin: South Africa
Raisin Tart with Sour Cream Sauce
     Origin: South Africa
African Curried Peanut Soup
     Origin: South Africa
Green Bean Bredie
     Origin: South Africa
Sosaties 2
     Origin: South Africa
Babotee
     Origin: South Africa
Heerlike Poeding
(Delicious Pudding)
     Origin: South Africa
South African Curry Powder
     Origin: South Africa
Babotie
(Beef Pie)
     Origin: South Africa
Hoender Pastei
(Boer Chicken Pie)
     Origin: South Africa
South African Fish Pie
     Origin: South Africa
Baked Lobster Tail Soufflé
     Origin: South Africa
Ingelegde
     Origin: South Africa
South African Grilled Fish
     Origin: South Africa
Beef and Potato Soup
     Origin: South Africa
Kerrie-aartappels en Uie
(Curried Potatoes and Onions)
     Origin: South Africa
South African Lamb Pilaff
     Origin: South Africa
Biltong Pâté
     Origin: South Africa
Kerrieboontjies
(Curried Beans)
     Origin: South Africa
South African Malay Curry
     Origin: South Africa
Bobotie
(Curried Meat Loaf)
     Origin: South Africa
Koeksisters
     Origin: South Africa
South African Raisin Rice
     Origin: South Africa
Braai Sauce
     Origin: South Africa
Koeksisters II
     Origin: South Africa
South African Vegetable Biryani
     Origin: South Africa
Cape Curry Powder
     Origin: South Africa
Kolombyntjes
     Origin: South Africa
Special Curry Powder
     Origin: South Africa
Cape Kedgeree
     Origin: South Africa
Kyinkyinga
(Beef and Liver Kebabs)
     Origin: South Africa
Springbok and Blue Cheese Rolls
     Origin: South Africa
Carrots and Green Beans Soup
     Origin: South Africa
Lemone-brosbeskuitjies
(Orange Shortbread Biscuits)
     Origin: South Africa
Springbok Potjekos
     Origin: South Africa
Chilli Marmalade
     Origin: South Africa
Lourenço Marques Prawns
     Origin: South Africa
Springbok Potjekos
     Origin: South Africa
Creamy Paprika Chicken
     Origin: South Africa
Malva Pudding
     Origin: South Africa
Sweet Potato Fritters
     Origin: South Africa
Curried Beef Stew
     Origin: South Africa
Moroko
     Origin: South Africa
Transvaal Lamb
     Origin: South Africa
Frikkadels
     Origin: South Africa
Piquant Grape Jelly
     Origin: South Africa
White Chocolate Cashew Brownies
     Origin: South Africa
Gebraaide Hoender
(Spiced Roast Chicken)
     Origin: South Africa
Plantains in Coconut Milk
     Origin: South Africa
Gesmoorde Vis
(Salt Cod and Potatoes in Tomato Sauce)
     Origin: South Africa
Pumpkin Bredie
     Origin: South Africa

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Classic Curry Recipes - Create the Perfect Curry

By gwydion | Published 2008-10-24 11:54:49 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

A curry in a South Asian or Southeast Asian dish of meat or vegetables cooked in a spiced gravy. The traditions of classic curries lie in India (and the name derives from there) but these days curries have become a truly international dish. Here a classic spice blend and classic curry made from it is presented.

Fruit-based Dessert Recipes

By gwydion | Published 2008-10-30 09:37:35 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

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The Romans were the first peoples to formally add a dessert course at the end of a meal. Here you will learn a little about why we like sweet desserts and why they all, in one way or another, echo the fruit our ancestors used to eat. You will also see two recipes for classic fruit-based desserts.

Cooking with Beans - Simple Bean Recipes

By gwydion | Published 2008-10-20 14:41:33 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

Beans are a classic storage food and have been a staple of the human diet for millennia. In recent decades, however, we have forgotten just how useful and versatile beans are. Here is a brief description of the importance of beans, with two classic bean recipes for you to try.

Senegalese Recipes

By gwydion | Published 2008-08-11 11:56:29 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

Senegal was formerly the capital of French West Africa and the French influence remains strong in the country, not least in the cooking. French cooking techniques and European vegetables mix with rice, fish and hot chillies to yield a cuisine that is vibrant exciting and above all tasty. Try out two classic Senegalese dishes for yourselves here.

How to Maximize your use of Mushrooms

By gwydion | Published 2008-05-01 19:43:21 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

Mushrooms are an amazing foodstuff, neither plant nor animal but a whole kingdom of life all their own. Though many mushrooms are cultivated the vast majority can only be found in the wild. Here you find recipes for both wild and cultured mushrooms so that you can know how to get the best out of them...

Making the most of Cheese

By gwydion | Published 2008-10-28 11:34:33 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

Humans have been making cheeses as long as they have been farming and cheeses represent a versatile and useful storage food available in a staggering array of variants. Learn a little about cheese and discover two classic cheese-based recipes.

West African Offal Pepper Soup

By gwydion | Published 2008-02-09 17:55:04 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

West African cuisine is all based around making the most of all the ingredients available. This is a hearty, cheap and quite spicy stew that makes use those parts of the animal that we in the West tend to ignore - hearts and livers. The dish is very tasty and makes a wonderful accompaniment to rice. It's very cheap to prepare and extremely healthy for you.

Halloween Recipes - The Foods and History of Halloween

By gwydion | Published 2008-10-07 14:00:20 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

Halloween has a 2000 year history, extending from the time of the Ancient Celts to the modern day. Learn how the Romans and Christians changed this ancient feast and how it found its way to the Americas. You will also get recipes for a Celtic stew and a pumpkin dish associated with Halloween.

What is an Ice Cream (compared with a glace) and How do you Make one?

By gwydion | Published 2008-06-16 18:52:24 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

An ice cream is a cold dessert made, at the most basic level, with cream and flavourings and which is whipped to incorporate air into the mix both before and during the freezing process. However, Italian ice creams (gelati) have more flavour and are whipped less so they contain less air and are creamier. French ice creams (glaces) are based on an egg custard and taste rich and creamy. Find out more about these frozen desserts and how to prepare them.

Chilli Recipes

By gwydion | Published 2008-02-27 21:57:49 | 2008 Recipes and Cookery Articles |

Recipe Information:

Chillies are a South American fruit, unknown to the rest of the world before 1492. Learn about this amazing spice and find two rather unusual chilli-based recipes for a jam and a sorbet


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