Prawn, papaya, raspberry and red cabbage salad is bright, sweet, and refreshing. The light prawn meat is perfect with these succulent fruits, and red cabbage adds some beautiful earthiness. Perfect for a light lunch.
Print Recipe Leek, smoked chicken and cabbage soup Serves: 6 Cooking Time: 40 mins Ingredients 45ml (3 tbsp) olive oil 6 young leeks, washed and sliced (white part only) 1 small white onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2L good quality chicken stock 4 smoked chicken breasts, finely sliced 2 baby cabbages, thinly sliced
If you aren’t licking the succulent sauce off your fingers when you’re done, you’re eating these sticky Asian beef ribs with savoy cabbage pancakes and bok choi wrong. Recipe by Thulisa Martins
Finely slice a medium-sized cabbage. Mix 50ml extra virgin olive oil and 25ml white balsamic vinegar (regular balsamic discolours the cabbage and doesn’t have the same clean flavour) in a bowl. Add a large pinch of coarse salt and crushed pepper to taste. Mix and add to the cabbage, tossing well before serving. Serve cool, straight from the fridge.
Print Recipe Cabbage and mince lasagne with yoghurt Serves: 6 – 8 Cooking Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes Ingredients 30ml (2 tbsp) olive oil 1 onion, peeled and chopped 3 large carrots, peeled and grated 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1kg pork mince 1kg beef mince 100g tomato paste 125ml (½ cup) beef
Craving a wrap but trying to cut down on carbs? Maybe you just want a new, creative way to use cabbage. Well stuffed cabbage leaves are a delicious variation on these rich green veggies. Packed with flavour and filling, they’re perfect for a light lunch.
Stuffed cabbage rolls with polenta and sour cream are a deliciously light dish.
Grilled venison with cabbage, lemon grass and coconut samp is a real taste explosion. It might seem unusual to pair gamey meat with such tropical flavours, but the two actually go together beautifully. Succulent rich meat and fresh samp will be your new favourite dish!
TO DRINK: Saronsberg Viognier 2009
Fermented foods are no newbie to the world of food. They’ve been part of traditional diets for centuries, offering a range of benefits, from better digestion to a stronger immune system. But if the thought of sauerkraut or kimchi doesn’t excite you, don’t worry. There’s a whole world filled with tangy, probiotic-rich options that can easily fit into your meals without feeling like a chore. Why fermented foods? Fermentation is mainly used to preserve foods, especially when our ancestors didn’t have refrigerators or freezers. By combining foods, like cabbage, with seasonings and a food source, like starch or sugars, living…
If you’ve walked past jars of kimchi in the fridge aisle and wondered what the hype is all about, you’re not alone. I discovered kimchi a few years ago while experimenting with gut-friendly foods, and it quickly became a kitchen staple. It’s tangy, spicy, and packed with goodness — a great way to boost both flavour and health without much effort. So, what exactly is kimchi? Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish made by fermenting vegetables — usually cabbage or radish — with garlic, ginger, chilli, and salt. It’s a little sour, a little spicy, and full of flavour.…
South African chef Shanon Peters is cooking up something big—this time on an international scale. The Strandfontein-born chef has just been appointed head chef of Gordon Ramsay’s first restaurants in the Philippines, bringing world-class flavour and local heart to the table. The two new spots—Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips and Gordon Ramsay Street Burger—are set to open side-by-side on the tropical island of Cebu. Shanon’s role? Everything from handpicking top-quality ingredients and fine-tuning the menus, to training the kitchen teams to match the global brand’s high standards. Shanon’s journey began humbly in Cape Town in 2008 when he started shadowing…
Why just watch a movie when you can eat your way through it too? Whether you’re hosting a film night, or snuggling up on the couch with your loved ones, here are 10 movie night food ideas to turn your living room into a cinematic feast. Cosy up, press play, and dig in! 10 at-home movie experiences 1. Fantasy feasts Movie inspo: Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, Life of Pi, Pirates of the Carribean Menu idea: Think hearty, magical, and medieval Recipe ideas: Classic roast chicken (don’t forget the ‘tater’s precious), shepard’s pie, veggie ragu,…
Why is zero-waste cooking so important? Food waste is a grave and concerning issue. Imagine walking out of the grocery store with three full bags of food and dropping one straight into the bin. That’s essentially what happens globally every day. Over 30% (around 2.5 billion tons) of global food supplies end up in landfills yearly. At home, 10 million tons of South African food supplies are wasted yearly. Fruits and vegetables account for a significant portion of this waste, with around 2 million tons discarded due to superficial reasons like bruises and other imperfections. What is considered food waste?…
With the first term and the summer holidays behind us, the school routine is officially back in full swing: early mornings, packed lunches, the works. And if you’re anything like most parents, you’re probably already searching for fresh lunchbox inspiration for term two. So, what’s the secret to packing a nutritious, quick-to-make lunch that actually gets eaten? Simple — it’s as easy as A-B-C… Eggs. Why eggs deserve a spot in every lunchbox Eggs are one of nature’s most versatile and nutrient-dense foods, perfect for growing bodies and busy school days. They’re rich in high-quality protein, vitamin D, B vitamins…