If you fire these whisky-marinated beef strips up over the braai and serve them to your guests as a mouth-watering appetiser, there will be smiles all around! You can also add them to sandwiches, salads, rice pots, anything you desire.

SERVES 4 // COOKING TIME 10 min, plus marinating time

INGREDIENTS
¼ cup whisky
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
500g beef strips

METHOD
1. Make a marinade by mixing all the ingredients, except for the beef.
2. Place the beef in a bowl and pour the marinade over. Place it in the fridge for 1–2 hours.
3. Heat a little oil over high heat and fry the beef for 2–3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and set aside to rest for a few minutes before serving.