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How to make a good South African potjie
How to make a good South African potjie

Cooking on a fire is one of life’s greatest pleasures and it is within our South African culture to make a good potjie.

This recipe is always a winner and super simple!

How to Prepare an Ostrich Steak
How to Prepare an Ostrich Steak

Pick n Pay has ostrich steak in their Livewell range and it’s great! My wife Lianne (The Roasted Mom) asked me to help her prepare this and I gave her this easy but delicious ostrich steak that she could repeat as a simple 20 minute recipe.

How to make the Best Braai Broodjie
How to make the Best Braai Broodjie

South Africans love a good Braai Broodjie. While South Africans love meat, this vegetarian alternative is a crowdpleaser. And if a braai is not a braai without meat, I challenge you to think differently: a braai is not a braai without a braai broodjie!

5 Steps to ensure you make the Best Risotto
5 Steps to ensure you make the Best Risotto

Ah, risotto – the creamy, comforting Italian dish that holds a special place in the hearts of food lovers worldwide. While its velvety texture and rich flavours make it a standout dish on restaurant menus, making risotto at yourself at home is not easy. Risotto demands patience and following a few steps religiously.

Fluffiest Flapjack Recipe
Fluffiest Flapjack Recipe

Make the Fluffiest Flapjacks with Pecan Nut Brittle, a Berry Compote and Cinnamon Greek Yoghurt.

The secret to making the fluffiest flapjacks is in beating the egg whites into soft peaks before gently folding them into the rest of the mixture, being careful not to overmix.

Salad Recipes

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Beetroot Salad with Whipped Feta, Bacon, Roasted Olives and Toasted Pecan Nuts
Beetroot Salad with Whipped Feta, Bacon, Roasted Olives and Toasted Pecan Nuts

With December here, Christmas is fast approaching and so over the next few weeks I will be sharing my favourite Christmas recipes. This Beetroot Salad with Whipped Feta, Bacon, Roasted Olives and Toasted Pecan Nuts is a crowd pleaser. To make a vegetarian version, you can replace the bacon with citrus slices. 

Blistered Tomatoes, Bocconcini, and Basil Leaf Salad
Blistered Tomatoes, Bocconcini, and Basil Leaf Salad

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: sometimes it’s the simplest salad that’s the biggest hit on the menu.

Blistered tomatoes, bocconcini, basil leaves, a drizzle of olive oil and of course salt and ground pepper.

The recipe is simple, and if you’re looking for step-by-step, this is it!

Fennel and Apple Salad Recipe
Fennel and Apple Salad Recipe

As South Africans we often tend to make the same old salad to accompany our braai meat: it includes lettuce, tomatoes and cucumber. And if we want to get fancy, we add feta. Or olives. Or feta and olives - shoo, then we have really made it a bougie salad. But what if I told you, it could be so much better? A good salad can be eaten as a meal.

A Healthy Alternative to a regular Potato Salad Recipe
A Healthy Alternative to a regular Potato Salad Recipe

Us South Africans love to have a potato salad with a braai but this often doesn’t always help our weight loss plans going into summer. This healthy alternative to the regular potato salad will reduce your calorie intake yet still makes a delicious side dish to serve alongside your chops at your next braai!

Grapefruit and Sweet Piquanté Pepper Salsa with a Rump Steak
Grapefruit and Sweet Piquanté Pepper Salsa with a Rump Steak

I love a good steak, and often make a chimichurri to go with it. But this time I decided to make a salsa with the rump steak. Find the recipe on my blog make this at home!

Duck Leg Confit Recipe
Duck Leg Confit Recipe

Many people are not confident cooking duck. If you don’t know how to prepare it properly, duck leg can be tough or even dry. But when cooked well, it is delicious.

I love the recipe as you get an amazing result without the feeling of excessive cooking times. It is a bit of a cheat confit in terms of time.

Steak Recipes

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T-Bone Steak Sandwich
T-Bone Steak Sandwich

I made this steak sandwich the other day and whilst easy to put together, the flavours are out of this world. Adding a mouth watering steak to a sandwich is always a good idea, but in this case I elevated it by using a T-Bone. The combination of Hellmann’s mayonnaise and French mustard is to die for and to use both pickled onions and ‘normal’ onions, your steak sandwich gets an extra punch! Adding some honey for sweetness and truffle oil to really impress your guests and you have a steak sandwich that’s come down straight from heaven. Try make it yourself and tell me if I’m wrong, but I’m definitely making this one again!

How to Prepare an Ostrich Steak
How to Prepare an Ostrich Steak

Pick n Pay has ostrich steak in their Livewell range and it’s great! My wife Lianne (The Roasted Mom) asked me to help her prepare this and I gave her this easy but delicious ostrich steak that she could repeat as a simple 20 minute recipe.

Grapefruit and Sweet Piquanté Pepper Salsa with a Rump Steak
Grapefruit and Sweet Piquanté Pepper Salsa with a Rump Steak

I love a good steak, and often make a chimichurri to go with it. But this time I decided to make a salsa with the rump steak. Find the recipe on my blog make this at home!

Bistecca alla Fiorentina
Bistecca alla Fiorentina

After travelling to Florence I have dreams of the amazing florentine steak! Here are some of the secrets to cooking the perfect Bistecca alla Fiorentina, the renowned Florentine steak. Brace yourself for an explosion of flavour!

Chicken Recipes

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A South African Inspired Paella 
A South African Inspired Paella 

If you have followed me since I won MasterChef South Africa in 2022, you will know that I like to do things a little different. I love a Spanish paella, but what would it be to cook it South African style? I decided to cook one on a skottel braai, and it was delicious! Check the recipe below, and try it for yourself!

Parmesan & Hellmann’s Mayo Air Fryer Chicken
Parmesan & Hellmann’s Mayo Air Fryer Chicken

This Parmesan Mayonnaise Chicken recipe will become an instant favourite for both family dinners and gatherings with friends.

South African Recipes

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Bobotie Quesadilla Fold Overs with an Avo Dip & Bean and Atchar Side
Bobotie Quesadilla Fold Overs with an Avo Dip & Bean and Atchar Side

South African food culture includes many international influences. I love Mexican food, but also enjoy adding South African flavours to it. I cooked these bobotie-inspired quesadilla fold overs on the Expresso show using the Kiln pizza oven, and they turned out great! Try the recipe yourself and let me know what you think.

How to make a good South African potjie
How to make a good South African potjie

Cooking on a fire is one of life’s greatest pleasures and it is within our South African culture to make a good potjie.

This recipe is always a winner and super simple!

How to Prepare an Ostrich Steak
How to Prepare an Ostrich Steak

Pick n Pay has ostrich steak in their Livewell range and it’s great! My wife Lianne (The Roasted Mom) asked me to help her prepare this and I gave her this easy but delicious ostrich steak that she could repeat as a simple 20 minute recipe.

A South African Inspired Paella 
A South African Inspired Paella 

If you have followed me since I won MasterChef South Africa in 2022, you will know that I like to do things a little different. I love a Spanish paella, but what would it be to cook it South African style? I decided to cook one on a skottel braai, and it was delicious! Check the recipe below, and try it for yourself!

Cape Malay Prawn Lentil Dahl Recipe
Cape Malay Prawn Lentil Dahl Recipe

Indulge in the rich flavors of Cape Malay cuisine with this easy but delicious Prawn Lentil Dahl recipe. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, the recipe combines basic ingredients such as lentils, and traditional Cape Maly spices, with prawns, elevating it to impress your dinner party guests! This dish will tantalise your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Cape Town.

Italian Recipes

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How to make your own pasta
How to make your own pasta

Discovering home made pasta has given me the energy to never turn back! The flavour, texture and just how easy it is to make home made pasta gives me no excuse not to make it fresh. Making pasta by hand is also great activity to do with kids.

Homemade Vegetarian Ravioli Recipe (step-by-step instructions on how to make your own pasta)
Homemade Vegetarian Ravioli Recipe (step-by-step instructions on how to make your own pasta)

Ravioli is a firm favourite in our family as you can fill these little pockets with whatever your heart desires. For this dish, we embraced meatless Monday and made them vegetarian!

Bistecca alla Fiorentina
Bistecca alla Fiorentina

After travelling to Florence I have dreams of the amazing florentine steak! Here are some of the secrets to cooking the perfect Bistecca alla Fiorentina, the renowned Florentine steak. Brace yourself for an explosion of flavour!

Stone-Ground Pizza with Blistered Tomatoes, Parma Ham, Basil and Mozzarella
Stone-Ground Pizza with Blistered Tomatoes, Parma Ham, Basil and Mozzarella

I recently made this pizza live on the Expresso Morning Show (‘you’re feel-good breakfast show’), which was a lot more difficult than cooking in the comfort of my home, let me tell you! Pizza is always a win though, and the smells that went through the tv studio was making everyone’s mouth water. Try out the recipe at home…

Squid Ink Spaghetti with Blistered Vine Tomato, Chargrilled Asparagus on a rich Tomato and Aubergine Sauce
Squid Ink Spaghetti with Blistered Vine Tomato, Chargrilled Asparagus on a rich Tomato and Aubergine Sauce

With spaghetti, we struggle to think outside of the box - but after trying this Squid Ink Spaghetti recipe you'll wonder why! Simple but delicious, you should really give it a try!

5 Steps to ensure you make the Best Risotto
5 Steps to ensure you make the Best Risotto

Ah, risotto – the creamy, comforting Italian dish that holds a special place in the hearts of food lovers worldwide. While its velvety texture and rich flavours make it a standout dish on restaurant menus, making risotto at yourself at home is not easy. Risotto demands patience and following a few steps religiously.

Asian Recipes

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Quick-and-Easy Fried Rice Recipe
Quick-and-Easy Fried Rice Recipe

The most important thing about a yummy egg fried rice, is getting the sauce right. Once you’ve mastered that part of the recipe, you can play around with the ingredients to make different versions, adding vegetables like corn, carrots and peas, or meat (bacon is always a winner!).

Sweet Recipes

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Pink Lady Apple Donut Flapjack Recipe
Pink Lady Apple Donut Flapjack Recipe

We often take some time on the weekend to make a nice breakfast together with the kids. I’ve previously shared my fluffiest flapjacks recipe, but this is something totally different! By dipping apple slices in the batter, you can include some fruit in your child’s diet. You can opt to cut the apple slices thinner, or poach the apple beforehand if you want it to be soft. I cut thick slices and didn’t poach them as we like the crunchy texture of the apple inside the flapjacks, but this is up to you!

Dutch Apple Pie Recipe
Dutch Apple Pie Recipe

While it should be no surprise that I am the cook of the Roasted family, few of you will know that The Roasted Mom is the baker. She’s been making this traditional Dutch apple pie for me since we first got together fourteen years ago, and the Cape Town weather this week sure called for a slice of hot Dutch apple pie!

Berry Compote Recipe
Berry Compote Recipe

I first tried out this Berry Compote recipe when I had a Mother’s Day themed cook-with-me demo coming up, at Makerslanding by the V&A Waterfront. I wanted to add a slightly sour element to the dish, to prevent it from being too sweet as I was going to serve the flapjacks with my childhood favourite peanut brittle as well!

Pear & Brie Cheese Pastry Square Recipe
Pear & Brie Cheese Pastry Square Recipe

This Pear & Brie Cheese Pastry Square recipe is easy. delicious, crunchy! A crowd pleaser that can be put together in less than an hour.

Olivia’s Chocolate Birthday Cake
Olivia’s Chocolate Birthday Cake

For Olivia’s Fourth Birthday, we decided to make a chocolate cake. She wanted a Frozen-themed birthday party, but with some blue-tinted icing, and store-bought snowflake decoration that was easily done!

Pecan Nut Brittle Recipe
Pecan Nut Brittle Recipe

Make the crunciest Pecan Nut Brittle with this recipe. I first tried out this recipe when I had a Mother’s Day themed cook-with-me demo coming up and I wanted to add a nutty and crunchy element to the flapjack dish, to elevate it and take it to the next level. This peanut brittle was a hit!

Fluffiest Flapjack Recipe
Fluffiest Flapjack Recipe

Make the Fluffiest Flapjacks with Pecan Nut Brittle, a Berry Compote and Cinnamon Greek Yoghurt.

The secret to making the fluffiest flapjacks is in beating the egg whites into soft peaks before gently folding them into the rest of the mixture, being careful not to overmix.

Savoury Recipes

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Upside Down Layered Stir Fry Recipe
Upside Down Layered Stir Fry Recipe

I love a good stir fry, as it’s a great way to add many different vegetables to your dish. For this recipe, I decided to try something I’d never done before and make an ‘upside down stir fry’. This basically means that you assemble your dish in reverse in a bowl, and then place a flat plate upside down on top before gently turning your dish the right way around. Find the recipe below and try make yours at home!

How to make the Best Braai Broodjie
How to make the Best Braai Broodjie

South Africans love a good Braai Broodjie. While South Africans love meat, this vegetarian alternative is a crowdpleaser. And if a braai is not a braai without meat, I challenge you to think differently: a braai is not a braai without a braai broodjie!

Duck Leg Confit Recipe
Duck Leg Confit Recipe

Many people are not confident cooking duck. If you don’t know how to prepare it properly, duck leg can be tough or even dry. But when cooked well, it is delicious.

I love the recipe as you get an amazing result without the feeling of excessive cooking times. It is a bit of a cheat confit in terms of time.

A South African Inspired Paella 
A South African Inspired Paella 

If you have followed me since I won MasterChef South Africa in 2022, you will know that I like to do things a little different. I love a Spanish paella, but what would it be to cook it South African style? I decided to cook one on a skottel braai, and it was delicious! Check the recipe below, and try it for yourself!

Parmesan & Hellmann’s Mayo Air Fryer Chicken
Parmesan & Hellmann’s Mayo Air Fryer Chicken

This Parmesan Mayonnaise Chicken recipe will become an instant favourite for both family dinners and gatherings with friends.

Parmesan chargrilled Corn on the Cob
Parmesan chargrilled Corn on the Cob

My second time on “Your Feel Good Morning Show" was a lot less nerve wracking than the first time I was a guest on the Expresso show. I knew what to expect this time. This is the recipe for the Parmesan chargrilled Corn on the Cob I made on the show.

Cape Malay Prawn Lentil Dahl Recipe
Cape Malay Prawn Lentil Dahl Recipe

Indulge in the rich flavors of Cape Malay cuisine with this easy but delicious Prawn Lentil Dahl recipe. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, the recipe combines basic ingredients such as lentils, and traditional Cape Maly spices, with prawns, elevating it to impress your dinner party guests! This dish will tantalise your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Cape Town.

Yellowfin Tuna Steak Recipe
Yellowfin Tuna Steak Recipe

Conceptualised by MasterChef winner Shawn Godfrey, this Yellowfin Tuna Steaks recipe will impress your guests! Perfect for seafood lovers looking to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home.

This Tuna Steak recipe contain a fusion Asian-inspired ingredients and is accompanied by a tantalizing medley of wok cucumbers, curry tofu, crisp radish, and toasted almonds.

How to make your own pasta
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How to make your own pasta

Discovering home made pasta has given me the energy to never turn back! The flavour, texture and just how easy it is to make home made pasta gives me no excuse not to make it fresh. Making pasta by hand is also great activity to do with kids.

Read More
Upside Down Layered Stir Fry Recipe
main Shawn Godfrey main Shawn Godfrey

Upside Down Layered Stir Fry Recipe

I love a good stir fry, as it’s a great way to add many different vegetables to your dish. For this recipe, I decided to try something I’d never done before and make an ‘upside down stir fry’. This basically means that you assemble your dish in reverse in a bowl, and then place a flat plate upside down on top before gently turning your dish the right way around. Find the recipe below and try make yours at home!

Read More
Quick-and-Easy Fried Rice Recipe
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Quick-and-Easy Fried Rice Recipe

The most important thing about a yummy egg fried rice, is getting the sauce right. Once you’ve mastered that part of the recipe, you can play around with the ingredients to make different versions, adding vegetables like corn, carrots and peas, or meat (bacon is always a winner!).

Read More
Stone-Ground Pizza with Blistered Tomatoes, Parma Ham, Basil and Mozzarella
main Shawn Godfrey main Shawn Godfrey

Stone-Ground Pizza with Blistered Tomatoes, Parma Ham, Basil and Mozzarella

I recently made this pizza live on the Expresso Morning Show (‘you’re feel-good breakfast show’), which was a lot more difficult than cooking in the comfort of my home, let me tell you! Pizza is always a win though, and the smells that went through the tv studio was making everyone’s mouth water. Try out the recipe at home…

Read More
Cape Malay Prawn Lentil Dahl Recipe
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Cape Malay Prawn Lentil Dahl Recipe

Indulge in the rich flavors of Cape Malay cuisine with this easy but delicious Prawn Lentil Dahl recipe. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, the recipe combines basic ingredients such as lentils, and traditional Cape Maly spices, with prawns, elevating it to impress your dinner party guests! This dish will tantalise your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Cape Town.

Read More
Yellowfin Tuna Steak Recipe
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Yellowfin Tuna Steak Recipe

Conceptualised by MasterChef winner Shawn Godfrey, this Yellowfin Tuna Steaks recipe will impress your guests! Perfect for seafood lovers looking to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home.

This Tuna Steak recipe contain a fusion Asian-inspired ingredients and is accompanied by a tantalizing medley of wok cucumbers, curry tofu, crisp radish, and toasted almonds.

Read More
5 Steps to ensure you make the Best Risotto
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5 Steps to ensure you make the Best Risotto

Ah, risotto – the creamy, comforting Italian dish that holds a special place in the hearts of food lovers worldwide. While its velvety texture and rich flavours make it a standout dish on restaurant menus, making risotto at yourself at home is not easy. Risotto demands patience and following a few steps religiously.

Read More