Tag: Cooking

Savoury dombolo

You can’t go wrong with a classic dombolo or steamed bread, and now you can update the classic with this delicious savoury take by Ntwenhle Gcabashe. Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes Serves: 5–6 4 cups self-raising flour 1 tablespoon castor sugar Salt and pepper ½ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped 1 cup ham, […]

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How to make strawberry jam

Ntwenhle Gcabashe shows you how to make home-made strawberry jam, and it’s easier than you think! Pictures Hema Patel Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 90 minutes Serves: 6–8 2kg fresh strawberries 4 tablespoons (60ml) lemon juice 4½ cups white sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest ¾ cup (195ml) water Scones, for serving Fresh cream, for […]

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Lemon coconut cake

Enjoy this delicious and tangy lemon coconut cake by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 7–8 2 cups self-raising flour 1 teaspoon (5ml) lemon essence ½ cup coconut Pinch salt ½ cup castor sugar 1 cup (250ml) full cream milk 3 eggs ½ cup (125ml) butter, melted Lemon slices, for […]

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Bunny chow

No need to leave the house to enjoy a delicious bunny chow with this recipe from Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes Serves: 3–4 3 cups chicken thighs, chopped 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 tablespoon hot curry powder 1 tablespoon ground coriander 4 […]

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Creamy butter chicken

Afro rock singer Siphokazi Buti, popularly known as Camagwini, shares her deliciously creamy butter chicken curry recipe. Picture by: Dylan Swart By: Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Serves: 2–3 2 tablespoons butter, melted 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon garam masala […]

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Beer pot roast brisket

Nothing beats a homemade roast. Keep it simple, yet delicious with this no-fail beer pot roast brisket recipe that is sure to impress the whole family. By Ntwenhle Gcabashe Pictures by Dylan Swart Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 4 hours Serves: 4–5 1½kg brisket 2 cups (500ml) stout beer 3 tablespoons (45ml) oil 4 […]

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Rich chocolate pudding

Make this indulgent warm and rich chocolate pudding by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Serves: 8–10 2 cups cake flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ cup cocoa powder Pinch of salt ½ cup castor sugar 4 eggs 1 egg yolk 1 cup (250ml) milk ½ cup (125ml) strong coffee 1 […]

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Gnocchi with a twist

You don’t have to eat out to enjoy delicious comforting gnocchi. Ntwenhle Gcabashe shows you how to whip it up at home. Picture Dylan Swart Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 2 minutes Serves: 3 1kg potatoes, cooked and mashed 3 cups cake flour, sifted Handful fresh thyme, chopped 1 egg Salt and pepper Water, […]

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Creamy turkey meatballs

Meatballs are great as sandwich fillings, as part of salads and many other meals. Make these delicious creamy meatballs by Ntwenhle Gcabashe in no time. Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 3–4 3 cups turkey mince meat 2 large apples, grated 1 cup pumpkin seeds 1 cup dried cranberries 1 egg, beaten 1 […]

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Savoury mince wheels

Whether you’re entertaining guests at home or feel like munching on something with the family, these snacks are easy to whip up. By Ntwenhle Gcabashe Pictures by Hema Patel Savoury minced wheels Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Serves: 3–4 2 cups minced meat, cooked 1 roll puff pastry 1 tomato, chopped 1 […]

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Tomato and chicken pasta

Get this hearty tomato and chicken pasta ready in a flash with this easy to follow recipe by Ntwenhle Gcabashe. Pictures: Dylan Swart Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Serves: 3–4 3 cups whole wheat pasta, cooked 4 chicken breasts, boneless and chopped 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup sundried tomato pesto […]

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Tuna and sweet potato cakes

Update your fishcakes recipe with these scrumptious tuna and sweet potato cakes by Ntwenhle Gcabashe. Picture: Dylan Swart Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 8–10 minutes Serves: 3 2 canned tuna in oil, drained 1 sweet potato, cooked and mashed 2 tablespoons wholegrain mustard 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice Handful fresh […]

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