Cookbook:Braai (South African Barbecue)
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| Braai (South African Barbecue) | |
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| Category | Meat recipes |
| Servings | 4 |
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Braai is a cultural grilled meat common in South Africa, similar to America's barbecue. It is usually prepared at family gatherings and parties
Ingredients
edit- Meat or seafood, cleaned and cut into chunks
- Black pepper
- Ginger
- Curry powder
- Virgin olive oil
Equipment
edit- Grill
- Wood
- Skewers
- Firelighter
Procedure
edit- Rub the meat or seafood with the pepper, ginger, and curry powder. Let rest for 1 hour.
- Thread the meat on skewers and brush with olive oil.
- Grill over a wood fire, and turning the meat until brown and dry.
Note, tips, and variation
edit- Compared to barbecue, braai is made at a lower pace at family gathering.
- The host is referred to as the 'braaimaster"
- There are two types of braais in South Africa: the "chop'ndop" braai where the guest bring their own meat and wine while the host provide the rest. The other type is "bring'n braai", the guest is coming with their food while the host provide only fire.
- Braai is not just about grilling meat; it is a whole experience and a way of connecting in South Africa.