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How to Create the Perfect South African Braai with Sucklebusters Texas Hold Um No Sugar BBQ Rub

How to Create the Perfect South African Braai with Sucklebusters Texas Hold Um No Sugar BBQ Rub

South African braai is more than just a meal—it's a social event, a time for family and friends to come together, enjoy great food, and celebrate the outdoors.
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Minnies Creamy Dip Hot: A South African Twist on Your Favourite Recipes

Minnies Creamy Dip Hot: A South African Twist on Your Favourite Recipes

South African cuisine is celebrated for its bold flavours, vibrant spices, and a touch of heat that leaves a lasting impression. 
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From Braais to Burgers: South African Cheeky Chilli Peri Peri Sauce Ideas

From Braais to Burgers: South African Cheeky Chilli Peri Peri Sauce Ideas

South Africa’s culinary scene is a vibrant blend of flavours, traditions, and influences, with a distinct love for bold, spicy tastes.
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Blues Hog Cherry Wood Chips: The Ultimate South African Braai Companion

Blues Hog Cherry Wood Chips: The Ultimate South African Braai Companion

When it comes to the art of the braai, South Africans are known for their love of rich, smoky flavours that bring out the best in meat.
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South African Grilling Made Easy with Meat Church Holy Cow BBQ Rub

South African Grilling Made Easy with Meat Church Holy Cow BBQ Rub

When it comes to grilling, South Africans know how to do it best.
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From Steak to Stir-Fry: Delicious South African Recipes with Monkey Gland Sauce

From Steak to Stir-Fry: Delicious South African Recipes with Monkey Gland Sauce

South African cuisine is known for its rich flavours, vibrant ingredients, and bold culinary fusions
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Quick and Easy South African Recipes with a Dash of Aromat

Quick and Easy South African Recipes with a Dash of Aromat

South African cuisine is a vibrant fusion of flavours, influenced by a rich cultural heritage.
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5 Must-Have South African Sauces and How to Use Them

5 Must-Have South African Sauces and How to Use Them

South African cuisine is renowned for its vibrant and diverse flavours, and a significant part of this culinary experience comes from its wide range of delicious sauces. These sauces not only add depth and complexity to dishes but also bring a taste of South African tradition to your meals. Here are five must-have South African sauces and tips on how to use them, all available from the South African Spaza Shop.

1. Mrs Ball's Chutney

Description: Mrs Ball's Chutney is perhaps the most famous South African sauce, known for its sweet and tangy flavour. Made from peaches and apricots, this chutney has a versatile use in many dishes.

How to Use: Mrs Ball's Chutney is perfect as a condiment for meats, especially cold cuts and curries. It can also be used as a glaze for roasting meats or as a dipping sauce for snacks like samosas and spring rolls.

2. Jimmy's Sauces Steakhouse Sauce

Description: Jimmy's Steakhouse Sauce is a rich and savoury sauce that enhances the flavour of grilled and barbecued meats. Its robust taste makes it a favourite for braais (South African barbecues).

How to Use: This sauce can be used as a marinade for steaks, ribs, and chicken. It also works wonderfully as a basting sauce while grilling to keep the meat juicy and flavourful.

3. Minnie's Aged Chilli Sauce

Description: Minnie's Aged Chilli Sauce brings a perfect balance of heat and flavour. It’s crafted with aged chillies, providing a deep, complex heat that enhances various dishes.

How to Use: Use Minnie's Aged Chilli Sauce to spice up your stews, soups, and stir-fries. It also makes an excellent addition to marinades, giving your grilled meats a spicy kick. For a quick snack, drizzle it over pizza or nachos.

4. Veri Peri Lemon & Herb Sauce

Description: Veri Peri's Lemon & Herb Sauce is a refreshing blend of citrus and herbs. This zesty sauce is ideal for adding a fresh and tangy note to your dishes.

How to Use: This sauce pairs excellently with chicken, especially when used as a marinade or finishing sauce. It’s also great for drizzling over roasted vegetables or using as a salad dressing to give your greens a burst of flavour.

5. Spur Steak Sauce

Description: Spur Steak Sauce is a creamy and savoury sauce perfect for enhancing the taste of your favourite steaks and other cuts of meat. Known for its rich and slightly tangy flavour, it's a staple in many South African households.

How to Use: Brush Spur Steak Sauce onto steaks, ribs, or even burgers before grilling or during the cooking process. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for chips or wedges, adding a gourmet touch to simple snacks.

Bringing South African Flavours to Your Table

Incorporating these must-have South African sauces into your cooking not only enriches your meals with unique flavours but also connects you with South African culinary traditions. Whether you’re grilling, roasting, or simply looking to spice up a salad, these sauces from the South African Spaza Shop offer an authentic taste of South Africa. Enjoy experimenting with these sauces and discover how they can transform your everyday dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences.

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Popular South African Sauce - Minnies Sauces

Popular South African Sauce - Minnies Sauces

Minnie's Sauces capture the essence of South African gastronomy, offering a palette of tastes that promise to elevate any meal from ordinary to extraordinary.
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What are the Flavours of Steers Sauces?

Steers, a South African fast-food chain renowned for its flame-grilled burgers, offers a tantalising array of sauces that have become almost as iconic as the burgers themselves. These sauces, integral to the Steers experience, range from fiery to sweet and tangy, catering to a wide spectrum of palates. This article delves into the various flavours of Steers sauces, exploring their unique tastes and the culinary traditions they embody.

Hot Peri-Peri Sauce

The Hot Peri-Peri Sauce is a testament to South Africa's love affair with peri-peri chillies. This sauce combines the fiery heat of African bird's eye chillies with a tangy blend of garlic, herbs, and lemon. The result is a versatile condiment that adds a spicy kick to burgers, chips, and even grilled chicken. It's a favourite among those who appreciate bold flavours and a decent amount of heat.

Garlic Peri-Peri Sauce

A gentler cousin to the classic version, the Garlic Peri-Peri Sauce melds the piquant heat of peri-peri with a pronounced garlic flavour. This sauce is less about the chilli's intensity and more about the aromatic depth that garlic offers. It's perfect for those who enjoy a spicy yet nuanced sauce that complements rather than overwhelms the taste of the food.

BBQ Sauce

The BBQ Sauce from Steers is a rich, smoky condiment that embodies the essence of South African braai (barbecue). It has a sweet and tangy profile, with a subtle smokiness that enhances the flavour of grilled meats. This sauce is a crowd-pleaser, appealing to both adults and children alike, and is often used as a marinade or a dipping sauce for a variety of dishes.

Mustard Sauce

Steers' Mustard Sauce is a smooth, creamy sauce with a sharp, tangy taste. It's made with a blend of mustard seeds, vinegar, and spices, offering a robust flavour that pairs wonderfully with beef burgers. This sauce is for those who enjoy the distinctive taste of mustard, adding a zesty twist to sandwiches and salads.

 

Monkey Gland Sauce

Despite its peculiar name, Monkey Gland Sauce is a popular South African condiment with no animal ingredients. This sauce is a complex mixture of tomatoes, chutney, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce, resulting in a sweet and tangy flavour with a hint of spice. It's traditionally served with steaks and burgers, adding a uniquely South African twist to these dishes.

The variety of Steers sauces is a reflection of South Africa's rich culinary diversity. Each sauce offers a unique way to enhance the flavour of meals, whether you're looking for something spicy, tangy, sweet, or smoky. From the fiery kick of Peri-Peri to the sweet and sour complexity of Monkey Gland Sauce, there's something for every palate. These sauces not only complement the delicious offerings at Steers but also allow enthusiasts to bring a taste of South Africa into their own kitchens. View our sauces & condiments section to see our selections.

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