Karoo food is all about good, honest cooking – hearty, homely and made to be shared. Think potjie with roosterkoek, tomato bredie, homemade chicken pie and braaied lamb, followed by malva pudding or pampoenkoekies. These sweet and savoury Karoo-style recipes are packed with comforting flavours and plenty of South African soul. Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or cooking up something cosy for the family, there’s something here for everyone. Just be sure to make enough – seconds are pretty much guaranteed!
Pork Shank Pot with Roosterkoek
Roosterkoek and a smoky pot of pork and veggies – what more could one want?
Recipe for Pork Shank Pot with Roosterkoek
Beef Meatball Tomato Bredie
Buttery mash completes this hearty midweek classic.
Recipe for Beef Meatball Tomato Bredie
Pork, Bean & Barley Soup
Hearty and wholesome, this soulful soup simmers stewing pork with beans and nutty barley.
Recipe for Pork, Bean & Barley Soup
Braaied Lamb Tomato Bredie
Take this Karoo classic to delicious heights by cooking it potjie-style. Enjoy with rotis, or rice and sweet pumpkin for a traditional serving.
Recipe for Braaied Lamb Tomato Bredie
Lamb Staanrib with Mint & Caper Salsa Verde
Grilled to perfection, this lamb staanrib will be the first to go at the braai.
Recipe for Lamb Staanrib with Mint & Caper Salsa Verde
Cheesy Bobotie Jaffles
Melty cheese and sweet, curried mince come together in these sensational jaffles.
Recipe for Cheesy Bobotie Jaffles
Creamy Malay Chicken Curry Pie
Infused with Cape Malay spices, this dish puts a tasty spin on the classic chicken pie.
Recipe for Creamy Malay Chicken Curry Pie
Lamb Shank Potjie Pies
Cooked in the Dutch oven, these lamb potjie pies are absolutely divine.
Recipe for Lamb Shank Potjie Pies
Pork Ragù Country Cottage Pie
Comforting and delicious, this country cottage pie is ideal for midweek family feasting.
Recipe for Pork Ragù Country Cottage Pie
Lamb Burger with Whipped Feta & Tomatoes
Nothing beats a good Karoo lamb burger!
Recipe for Lamb Burger with Whipped Feta & Balsamic Tomatoes
Tant’ Sannie se Melktert Milk Tart
Infused with Tant Sannie se Melktert liqueur, these classic tarts are irresistible.
Recipe for Tant’ Sannie se Melktert Milk Tart
Mini Malva Puddings
Drizzled with custard, these mini malvas were made to serve.
Recipe for Mini Malva Puddings
JAZZ Apple Crumble
Save room for dessert. This humble crumble is worth it!
Guava & Quince Crumble with Salted Caramel
This winter wonder is an absolute show-stopper and proves just how dreamy guavas are in dessert.
Recipe for Guava & Quince Crumble with Salted Caramel and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Date-filled and delicious, this sticky toffee pudding is truly something else!
Recipe for Sticky Toffee Pudding
Pampoenkoekies with Stroop
Delightful cinnamony, these pumpkin fritters topped with mascarpone are a true treat.
Recipe for Pampoenkoekies with Stroop
Classic Tea Scones
Brew your best cup of tea and enjoy these classic scones with jam and clotted cream.
Ouma’s Chocolate and Berry Tea Cake
Sunday dessert never tasted better!
Recipe for Ouma’s Chocolate and Berry Tea Cake
Peanut Butter & Jam Jaffles
Topped with vanilla ice cream, these toasty treats are simply divine.
Recipe for Peanut Butter & Jam Jaffles
Moerkoffie Cookies
Enjoyed with condensed milk coffee, these cookies are everything and more.
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