We commemorated all the lockdowns, don’t touch challenges, and drive by birthdays in 2020 by asking, “What in the food happened?”. You shared the recipes that reminded you of those moments and added a saucy Nando’s twist; South African recipes fit for comfort and celebrations. Here are our faves.
Isonka SaseMzansi Stew
ViewNats Kats' 'save my wine' lamb shanks
ViewCheryl Bhrijlal's "2020 Who?" Bushveld Chutney Marinade
ViewThando Landanane's "Reps On Repeat" Extra Hot Wings Marinade
ViewNontando Mthembu's "Fresh Start" Zesty Chicken Marinade
ViewKiikiikins' "Yumminess-in-the-Dark" Mango Salsa
ViewKevin Ferreira's "Sorry Not Sorry" Bean Salad
ViewKgomi Carvalho's "Come At Me" PERi-PERi Chicken Wings
ViewMoroesi Thene's "Banyana" Saucy Garlic Wrap
ViewMonicah's "Miss Universe" PERi PERi Chakalaka
ViewSisanda Mbonani's “Do You Even Lift?” Chicken Kebabs
ViewKevin's "No Place Like Home" Chicken and Mushroom Pie
ViewRuben's "Lights Down Low" Beef Potjie
ViewAnam's "Happy Hangover" Chicken
ViewKhululwa Hala's "Skip Cheat Day" Chicken Panini
ViewDarren Ambrose's Lockdown Flying good wings
ViewPrenisha Bechoolal's "Bored At The Border" Meatballs & Macaroni
ViewCecilia's "Vuli Gate" Beer Lamb Stew
ViewHlengiwe Ndlovu's "Vuli Gate" Mango, Lemon & Herb Affair
ViewDominique Williams's "Be Within Cuddles" Almond Hot Chocolate Brownie
ViewNkululeko Ndlovu's PERi-PERi Saucy Ribs and Samp
ViewLwazi Makhekhe's 7 Colours PERi-PERi chicken and creamy spinach
ViewAnam's "Hawks" Vulamlomo Tatter Bombs
ViewPrakshna's Bacon Cheesy Chilli "Hawks" Hot Potato Duo
ViewThandeka's Peppery "7 Colours" Nyama Eningi Rolls
ViewEtta's "Within Cuddles" Chilli Choc Tart
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