Best 4 Sosaties South African Kabobs Recipes
Sosaties, pronounced "so-sa-teez," are a staple of the South African braai, or barbecue. These delicious, savory kabobs are made with marinated pieces of meat, typically lamb or chicken, that are grilled to perfection. The marinade is usually a combination of spices, herbs, and yogurt or vinegar, which helps to tenderize the meat and give it a unique flavor. Sosaties can be served as an appetizer or main course, and are often enjoyed with a side of pap (maize porridge) or chakalaka (a spicy relish).
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
SOSATIES (SOUTH AFRICAN KEBABS)
Traditionally cubes of fat are skewered in between the pieces of meat to keep everything succulent but I have never done this. I usually thread pieces of onion cut more or less the size of the cube of meat and apricots on for a flavor dimension. If you choose to do only meat that's wonderful, too! These "kebabs" are usually served on rice with the marinade thickened to become gravy but can be enjoyed with any of your regular barbecue side dishes. The days that we were living in an apartment and did not have a barbecue facility I used to grill these in the oven with just as much success. Prep time does not include overnight marinating time.
Provided by Bokenpop aka Mad
Categories South African
Time 25m
Yield 12 sosaties
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Mix meat, ginger and garlic together and add onion and apricots if you are using them.
- Heat butter and stir fry chopped onions until soft and golden.
- Add wine, water, vinegar, curry powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, bay leaves and sugar.
- Bring to the boil and cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and leave to cool until warm.
- Blend in remaining ingredients and pour this over the meat.
- Coat meat well and refrigerate overnight.
- Thread meat, onion, meat, apricot so that each sosatie has 6 pieces of meat, 3 pieces of onion and 2 apricot halves on each.
- Barbecue over hot grill taking care not to burn and baste from time to time until done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 985, Fat 95.3, SaturatedFat 38.7, Cholesterol 129.1, Sodium 330, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 13.5, Protein 12
SOSATIES
Sosaties are a classic part of a South African braai (BBQ) and for good reason - these marinated kebabs are delicious!
Provided by Caroline's Cooking
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Finely chop the onion then soften it in a little oil in a small pan until it is becoming translucent but not browning.
- Add the garlic and ginger and cook a minute then add the vinegar, jam, curry powder, cumin and salt. Mix well then remove from heat and leave to cool.
- Dice the lamb into relatively large dice (around 1 1/2-2 inch/ 4-5cm dice), trimming excess fat or sinew. Mix the cooled marinade through the lamb then cover and leave a few hours or overnight, refrigerated.
- Soak the apricots in hot water to soften for around 15-20 minutes.
- Thread the meat onto skewers along with the soaked dried apricots and chunks of onion, putting one or other between each chunk of meat.
- Cook on a grill/bbq until the meat is cooked through then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 201 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SOSATIES (SOUTH AFRICAN KABOBS)
This is a Cape Malay recipe, and traditionally it is made with lamb. Since lamb isn't readily available here, I've only used beef. According to this recipe, usually only meat is threaded onto the skewers. However, I do like to add some cubed onions to intersperse with the meat. They are served with a slightly sweet sauce made from the marinade and flavored long grain rice. Prep and cooking time do not include the marinating time!! From Classic International Recipes.
Provided by breezermom
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 1h
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the marinade, cook the onion and garlic in hot oil till the onion is tender but not brown. Stir in the curry powder, sugar, and 1/2 tsp turmeric. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, chili peppers, bay leaf, and 1/2 cup water. Let cool.
- Place the lamb or beef in a plastic bag set in a bowl. Add the marinade. Chill 8-12 hours, turning bag often. Drain the lamb (or beef), reserving the marinade.
- Strain the marinade, discarding the vegetables. Divide the marinade, use 1/3 for basting the sosaties while cooking; set aside 2/3 for the serving sauce.
- Thread the lamb or beef on 8 short skewers. (If using bamboo or wood skewers, soak in water before using). These are typically grilled in South Africa, and if so, you need to start your grill. You can also broil them. If so heat your broiler.
- Combine the rice, 1/2 tsp turmeric, saffron, 2 cups cold water, and 1/2 tsp salt; Cover. Bring to a boil, and immediately reduce heat. Cook 14 minutes more (do not lift cover!). Remove from heat; let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Grill or broil the lamb for 10 to 12 minutes or until desired doneness, brushing with 1/3 of the reserved marinade and giving a quarter turn every 3 minutes. (If broiling, broil 4 inches from heat.)
- While the sosaties are cooking, bring 2/3 of the marinade to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 5 to 6 minutes to reduce.
- Serve the sosaties over rice, and pass the sauce.
SOUTH AFRICAN LAMB SOSATIES (KEBABS)
This is a traditional South African braai (bbq) dish that can also be prepared using venison or beef. This dish is best if meat and vegetables are allowed to marinate overnight before grilling.
Provided by BOEREWORS
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African
Time 9h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Make the sauce by mixing together the yogurt, curry powder, sugar and oil in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking.
- Peel and cut the onion into 1 inch cubes. Thread skewers alternating lamb cubes, onion dried apricot halves. Place them into a large resealable bag and pour in the sauce. Make sure the kabobs are evenly well coated. Refrigerate and allow to marinate overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium heat and lightly oil grate.
- Grill the kabobs over medium coals for 8 to 10 minutes on each side, or to your desired doneness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 35.2 mg, Sugar 27.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the Right Meat: Select high-quality meat that is tender and flavorful. Beef, lamb, chicken, or pork can all be used for sosaties.
- Cut the Meat Properly: Cut the meat into uniform pieces, about 1-1.5 inches in size, to ensure even cooking.
- Marinate the Meat: Marinating the meat in a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and liquids helps tenderize and add flavor to the sosaties.
- Skewer the Meat: Use metal or wooden skewers to skewer the marinated meat pieces. Make sure to leave some space between the pieces for even cooking.
- Grill or Broil the Sosaties: Cook the sosaties over medium heat on a grill or under a broiler until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Serve with Sauces or Dips: Accompany the sosaties with a flavorful sauce or dip, such as a spicy tomato sauce, tzatziki sauce, or mint yogurt sauce.
Conclusion:
Sosaties are a delicious and versatile South African dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. With their vibrant flavors and ease of preparation, sosaties are a perfect addition to any cookout or gathering. Experiment with different marinades and grilling techniques to create your own unique sosatie recipes and impress your friends and family with this flavorful South African delicacy.
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