Published on April 13, 2023

Fragrant club steaks with zingy herb sauce Serves 4 • Total Time 30-35 Min   Ingredients FOR THE STEAKS 2 club steaks, at room temperature  glug olive oil  salt and milled pepper   3 tbsp Dijon mustard  2 tbsp smoked paprika   2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander   2 tbsp pink peppercorns   ¼ cup melted butter    FOR THE […]

Published on April 11, 2023

We honour the holy month of Ramadan with this spicy chicken biryani Cape Malay dish. Dominated by fruity, mild spices and full-bodied flavours, Cape Malay cuisine is food for the soul. Spicy chicken biryani  Serves 4-6 • Total Time 2 Hrs Plus Marinating   Ingredients 1 kg chicken drumsticks and thighs   6 medium potatoes, peeled and […]

Published on April 5, 2023

We share showstopper mains and sides fit for an unforgettable Easter feast Crispy hake with apricot, coriander and chilli labneh  Serves 4 • Total Time 30 Min [Plus Overnight Resting Time]   Ingredients FOR THE LABNEH   1kg plain yoghurt  1 tsp salt  ¼ cup apricot jam  3 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped  2 tbsp chilli sauce or […]

Published on April 4, 2023

Make fancy Easter showstoppers with a little help from store-bought essentials – and a shake of sugar and spice.   Classic cinnamon rolls  Serves 10 • Total Time 45 Min [Plus Rising Time]  Ingredients FOR THE CINNAMON ROLLS   500g store-bought dough 1½ cups packed brown sugar 6 tbsp ground cinnamon ½ cup butter, very soft ¼ […]

Published on April 4, 2023

It can’t be Easter weekend without pickled fish! Editor Chad January shows you exactly how to mix the seasoning, fry the fish and make the sauce. Plus, he shares his three favourite ways to make the most of the leftovers.    How To Make Pickled Fish   1. Season The Fish   Creating your own spice mix […]

Published on March 27, 2023

With April including big religious celebrations such as Easter, Ramadaan and Pesach (also known as Passover), the MyKitchen team showcases the different iconic breads from each culture/religion. Hot cross buns  Makes 12 • Total Time 1 Hr [Plus Rising]  Ingredients FOR THE BUNS   3 tsp yeast  ¼ cup caster sugar 2 cups warm milk  4 cups […]

Published on March 23, 2023

The MK team whips up a Passover-inspired feast to show off traditional flavours with twists the whole family can enjoy.    Roasted beetroot and citrus salad  Serves 4 • Total Time 35-40 Min  Ingredients FOR THE SALAD   6-8 baby beetroots, halved  glug olive oil   aalt and milled black pepper  2 cloves garlic, sliced  2 packets bok […]

Published on March 14, 2023

Did you know orange fruits and veggies are good for your immune system and vision? We breakdown the health benefits. Adding an array of colours to your diet has numerous health benefits (not to mention it makes your plate pretty, too).   ORANGE  Fruit and veg such as carrots, citrus and stone fruit set their […]

Published on March 10, 2023

People have been making jams, jellies and preserves for hundreds of years – and for good reason. Preserving not only locks in flavour, but enhances it too. This month: sticky onion marmalades are in season. Try this age-old, yet modern, recipe to make your own.    Sticky onion marmalade   Makes 500ml Jar • Total Time […]

Published on March 2, 2023

South Africans will use any opportunity to braai, that’s for sure! If you want to be crowned the Braai Master this year, here are three of our all-time favourite basting sauces and marinades guaranteed to impress your guests. Apricot-butter braaied snoek SERVES 6 | COOKING TIME 90 min INGREDIENTS 1 whole snoek, filleted Coarse salt and black pepper […]