Published on October 19, 2025

A healthy, high-protein meal with good-for-you fibre.  Bulgur wheat & hummus salad Serves 4  Ingredients ½ batch harissa frikkadels, defrosted  2 cups cooked bulgur wheat  1 cup cooked brown lentils  ½ head broccoli, grated  ¼ cup seeds, toasted (such as pumpkin-, sunflower- or sesame seeds)  Handful each mint and dill, roughly chopped  1 cucumber, sliced  ½ red onion, sliced  […]

Published on October 18, 2025

Chop, blend, pour into moulds and freeze for a zero-waste treat that turns ‘almost off’ to totally on. It’s like giving our fruit a second chance at a very cool life.  Fruity ice lollies  Dust off your lolly moulds and grab some ice cream sticks for this refreshing summer snack.  Makes 10-12 ice lollies  Ingredients ⅔ cup water or […]

Published on October 17, 2025

Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is upon us and we’re celebrating with sugary delights. Lifestyle editor Yashna Balwanth teaches us how to make beautiful bites that are bound to have you reaching for more!  Sweets steeped in tradition  Sweetmeats are shared on the eve of Diwali, either on platters or exchanged as mithai (gift boxes that are a symbol of […]

Published on October 17, 2025

Pickle, ferment, brine and jam out to these recipes as we celebrate the magic of preserving.  Fermentation 101  Fermentation is a chemical process involving food that is placed in an environment without oxygen. When using salt brine for fermentation, the good bacteria (called lactic acid) is promoted while the bad bacteria is killed. This type of vegetable fermentation using salt […]

Published on October 17, 2025

While you’re taking time to make these delectable condiments, go all in and crack it! Crackers are the perfect partner to all of your preserves.  Phyllo crackers   Makes 26  Ingredients  4 sheets phyllo   Butter Paprika   Salt anti milled pepper   Method Preheat oven to 200°C.  Dust a work surface and place one sheet of phyllo in front of you. Brush phyllo […]

Published on October 9, 2025

https://mykitchen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/1999/08/Honey_Cake_03B.mp4 This honey cake – aka Medovik – is stacked with smooth, decadent Biscoff flavour. But don’t let those drool-worthy layers scare you off – they bake in minutes and come together surprisingly easily. One bite and you’ll see why this showstopper is totally buzz-worthy. Watch the video and whip up your own slice of […]

Published on October 9, 2025

https://mykitchen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/1999/08/Spinach_Noodles_02.mp4 Skip the pricey store-bought spinach pasta and make your own at home – no fancy gear and no fuss. This step-by-step video proves you don’t need a chef’s hat to make something drool-worthy. Bonus? You probably already have all the ingredients in your kitchen.  Spinach noodle pasta Serves 4 Jamie Oliver made us do it. […]

Published on October 9, 2025

https://mykitchen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/GOING-TO-THE-MARKET_-V7-1-1.mp4 These easy, cheesy recipes prove you don’t need a long ingredient list to serve up something seriously tasty. Quick to make, big on flavour – and guaranteed to win over even the pickiest eaters. Your family won’t just eat their greens – they’ll ask for seconds!  Broccoli & halloumi fritters Makes 14 You can […]

Published on October 9, 2025

https://mykitchen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PRESERVING_-V7-1-1-1.mp4 From zingy kimchi to savoury miso, these three recipes bring serious taste and gut-loving goodness to the table. Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with bold tastes, happy tummies and recipes that are as fun to make as they are to eat.  Roast veg pasta salad with avo-kefir dressing Serves 4-6 The […]

Published on October 9, 2025

https://mykitchen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/1999/08/Flexitarian_02-1.mp4 We’re flipping the script and flexing our plant-based muscles. Flexitarian eating lets you play both sides, and this Marry Me makeover proves you don’t need chicken to make the dish a winner. Beans really buttered us up with just as much flavour and nutrition. Plus, it’s the perfect dinner option – that’s the real […]