Savory South Africa

Your Guide to Authentic South African Cuisine

South African Street Food Recipes

Discover the incredible flavors of South African street food. From savory snacks to hearty meals, these recipes capture the essence of Mzansi's culinary scene.

Delicious Gatsby overflowing with chips, meat, and sauces, a Cape Town street food staple

Gatsby

A Cape Town classic! A massive, foot-long sandwich filled with chips, slap chips, polony, viennas, masala steak, and sauces. Perfect for sharing (or not!). This recipe guides you through creating your own customizable Gatsby masterpiece.

Close-up of Walkie Talkies, chicken feet and heads, sizzling on a braai

Walkie Talkies

A popular street food dish featuring chicken feet and heads, braaied or deep-fried. Learn how to prepare and cook these unique delicacies with our step-by-step guide. A true South African experience!

A quarter loaf of bread filled with curry, known as Bunny Chow, a Durban speciality

Bunny Chow

A Durban curry served in a hollowed-out loaf of bread. Choose your favorite curry – mutton, chicken, or beans – and enjoy this iconic South African street food. Our recipe shows you how to make the perfect bunny chow from scratch.

An assortment of grilled meats at a Shisa Nyama, a South African barbecue

Shisa Nyama

More than just a meal, Shisa Nyama is a social gathering centered around grilled meat. Learn how to prepare and braai the perfect selection of meats, from boerewors to chops, and create a memorable South African braai experience.

Close up shot of Vetkoek, golden fried dough pockets, filled with savory mince

Vetkoek

Golden-fried dough pockets, often filled with savory mince or jam. Vetkoek is a versatile and delicious snack that's perfect for any occasion. Our recipe guarantees light and fluffy vetkoek every time.

A stacked Kota sandwich, featuring layers of polony, chips, cheese, and achaar

Kota

A stacked sandwich featuring a hollowed-out quarter loaf of bread filled with layers of polony, chips, cheese, achaar, and various sauces. A true Johannesburg street food staple. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Boerewors roll topped with tomato relish and fried onions, a classic South African snack

Boerewors Roll

The quintessential South African street food. A delicious boerewors sausage served in a roll, topped with tomato relish and fried onions. Simple, yet incredibly satisfying. Our recipe provides tips for grilling the perfect boerewors.

Mielies, corn on the cob, grilled over an open fire and seasoned with spices

Grilled Mielies

Corn on the cob, grilled over an open fire and seasoned with spices or butter. A simple yet flavorful snack that's perfect for a braai or street fair. Learn how to grill mielies to perfection with our easy-to-follow recipe.