South African Delicacy Foods

African boerewors are hand-made sausages cooked on an open grill.

Every place you go in the world has its own unique cuisine and South Africa is no exception. The food in South Africa bears a mix of influences from the native culture and invading influence of the Dutch. French and German influences also pop up in many dishes because of the large immigration of these two cultures.

Boerewors

South African boerewors can be cooked over an open flame.

Boerewors are a type of handmade sausage. They are made from minced meat. Typically, the meat is either pork, lamb or a combination of the two. It is usually seasoned with black pepper, coriander, allspice, nutmeg and cloves. Oftentimes, it is barbecued, but it can also be cooked in the oven or fryer.

Biltong

Biltong is a salted dried meat.

Biltong is a type of cured meat. Many different types of meat can be used to make it. Biltong is similar to jerky. It is made from a raw fillet of meat that is cut into flat pieces across the grain. Ingredients used to make it would include vinegar, salt, coriander, black pepper and brown or white sugar.

Bobotie

Bobotie is a dish of minced meat with an egg topping. The Dutch inspired dish was originally made with mutton or pork, but in present day, it is made more commonly with lamb or beef. Seasoned with curry, ginger, marjoram and lemon rind, the dish also contains dried fruit and onion.

Mealie Pap

Mealie pap is a porridge made from maize and other grains.

Mealie pap is a traditional porridge made from ground maize and other grains. Mealie pap can have a thick consistency, so much so that it can be held in a ball in your hands. It can also be made dry and crumbly. It is served alongside many main dishes including biltong.

Potjiekos

Potjiekos, or pot food, is a stew that is prepared outdoors in a cast iron pot. The dish contains meat, vegetables and a starch such as potatoes or rice. Fruit or pasta may also be included. It is flavored with traditional Dutch seasonings. Alcohol is also added for flavor --- beer, brown sherry or wine are the most popular choices.

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