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Peppermint Crisp Cake
Peppermint Crisp CakeIngredientsMakes 1 x 20cm round cake Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour minutes 180g butter, softened 180g castor sugar 3 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 260ml Amasi or buttermilk 240g Cake flour, sifted 10ml baking powder 10ml...
Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder
Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder IngredientsServes: 6-8 Prep Time: 10 mins Cooking Time: 4 hours 2.5kg lamb shoulder Salt and pepper to taste 4 cloves garlic 20g fresh Italian Parsley 2 Tbs dried oregano 1 lemon, zested & Juiced 1/2 cup sweet chilli sauce 2 Tbs olive oil 1.5...
Bacon & Red Lentil Soup
Bacon & Red Lentil Soup IngredientsServes 4-6 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour 1 Tbs olive oil 200g streaky bacon, chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 Tbs garlic & Ginger paste 2 Tbs mild curry powder 2 potatoes, peeled & chopped 1 cup dried red...
Chakalaka Rice
Chakalaka RiceIngredientsServes 4 1 cup Spekko Basmati Rice2 cups boiling water2 Tbs olive oil1 onion, chopped1/2 red pepper, diced1/2 green pepper, diced1 Tbs chopped garlic2 tsp chopped gingerPinch chilli flakes3 Tbs curry powder2 carrots, grated2 1/2 cups vegetable...
Zola’s Feasts Butter Chicken Curry
Zola's Feasts Butter Chicken Curry IngredientsServes 4-6 For marinade:½ cup plain double cream yoghurt1 Tbs crushed garlic1 Tbs grated ginger1 tsp chopped chilli (or to taste)1 tsp turmeric2 tsp garam masala1 tsp salt1 kg boneless, skinless chicken thighs For the...
Frozen White Choc Mousse
Frozen White Choc Mousse Ingredients200g white chocolate 30g unsalted butter 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 large eggs, separated 2/4 cups castor sugar 250ml fresh cream Toasted coconut & fruit to garnishInstructionsMelt together chocolate and butter. Whisk together...
Apple Crumble Muffins
Apple Crumble Muffins IngredientsMakes 12 For the apples: 2 apples, peeled, cored & diced 2 Tbs water 1 Tbs sugar For the crumble: ½ cup cake flour 60g softened butter 4 Tbs brown sugar 1/4 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup desiccated coconut 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon For the...
Sticky Soy Sesame Chicken
Sticky Soy Sesame Chicken IngredientsServes 4 8 chicken drumsticks2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix1/4 cup honey1/4 cup soy sauce2 tsp chilli paste (or to taste)2 garlic cloves, chopped1 Tbs grated ginger3 Tbs sesame seedsInstructionsSeason the chicken with...
Lemon Meringue Pie
Lemon Meringue Pie Ingredients200g ginger biscuits, crushed 100g butter, melted 3 Large eggs, separated 1 tin sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup lemon juice 3/4 cups castor sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract InstructionsPreheat oven to 180c. Mix together crushed biscuits and...
Seared Tuna with Purple Potato Wedges & Citrus Dressed Broccoli
Seared Tuna with Purple Potato Wedges & Citrus Dressed Broccoli IngredientsServes 2 2 purple sweet potatoes, cut into wedges1 Tbs olive oilSalt and pepper to taste150g Tender stem broccoli150g Cherry tomatoes, quartered2 tuna steaks For the dressing:1 tsp Dijon...
Boerewors Burgers with Apple Chutney
Boerewors Burgers with Apple Chutney IngredientsServes 4 For the chutney:6 Jazz Apples, cored and diced1 onion, diced1 cup sugar1/2 cup apple cider vinegar1 tsp ground coriander1/4 tsp ground mixed spice1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 coil Boerewors4 burger bunsLettuce...
Raisin Rock Buns
Raisin Rock BunsIngredientsMakes 8 260g self-raising flour 60g cold butter, diced 100g granulated sugar (plus extra Tbs to sprinkle on top) 50g raisins 1 Large egg 120ml milk 1 tsp vanilla InstructionsPreheat oven to 190c. Rub together the self raising flour and...
Apple & Sumac Smoothie
Apple & Sumac SmoothieIngredients2 apples 1 Tbs sumac 1/2 cup plain yoghurt 1/4 cup muesli 1 cup ice 1/2 cup apple juice Honey to tasteInstructionsAdd all ingredients into a blender. Blend until smooth.
Chicken Mayo Stuffed Flatbreads
Chicken Mayo Stuffed FlatbreadsIngredientsMakes 4 large breads For the filling:2 cups shredded cooked chicken1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup cream cheese1/2 cup grated cheddar2 Tbs sweet chilli sauceSalt and pepper For the flatbreads:2 1/2 cups cake flour1/2 tsp salt1/3 cup...
Salmon, Noodles & Stir Fried Bok Choy
Salmon, Noodles & Stir Fried Bok ChoyIngredientsServes 4 4 Salmon Portions 2 Tbs Chinese 5-spice 2 Tbs Olive Oil 1 Tbs garlic and ginger paste 4 Tbs soy sauce 2 Tbs Honey 100g cooked noodles/spaghetti 1 punnet baby bok choy, halved and washed 4 shiitake mushrooms,...
Chilli with Avo Cornbread Topping
Chilli with Avo Cornbread Topping IngredientsServes 6-8 For the chilli:1 onion, chopped1/2 red pepper, diced1/2 yellow pepper, diced2 garlic cloves, chopped500g mince1 Tbs ground cumin1 Tbs ground coriander For the cornbread:1 avocado, mashed1 cup creamed corn1 Large...
Beef & Barley Soup
Beef & Barley SoupIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs olive oil 500g stewing beef 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 tsp paprika 1 tsp thyme 2 tsp crushed garlic & ginger paste 1 cup Pearl barley 1 stock cube (dissolved in 1L water) Salt and pepper to taste 2 Tbs chopped...
Chakalaka Eggs
Chakalaka EggsIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs oil 1 onion, diced 1/2 red pepper, diced 1/4 yellow pepper 1/4 green pepper 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 Tbs grated fresh ginger 1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts curry powder 2 carrots, grated 1 tin baked beans 1/2 cup water Salt and pepper 8...
Choc Chunk Cookies
Choc Chunk CookiesIngredientsMakes about 24 depending on size 225g softened butter 1/2 cup castor sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla 2 large eggs 3 cups cake flour 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 200g chocolate ** InstructionsPreheat oven to 180c Cream together butter,...
Eggs Florentine
Eggs FlorentineIngredientsServes 2 For the spinach: 1 Tbs olive oil 1 tsp Zola’s Feasts Spice Mix 1 cup chopped spinach Salt to taste For the hollandaise: 2 egg yolks 2 tsp lemon juice 2 tsp water 100g butter, melted Salt to taste 4 eggs 2 Tbs white wine vinegar Water...
Zola’s Feasts Butternut Soup
Zola’s Feasts Butternut SoupIngredientsServes 4 1 kg butternut, peeled and chopped 2 Tbs olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 onion, chopped 1 thumb size piece of ginger, peeled and chopped 2 garlic cloves, sliced 1 tsp Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 1 L...
Boerewors, Cheese & Caramelized Onion Sausage Rolls
Boerewors, Cheese & Caramelised Onion Sausage RollsIngredientsMakes 8 or more depending on size 1 coil Boerewors 1 roll frozen puff pastry, defrosted 1 cup onion marmalade 1/2 cup grated cheddar 1 egg, beaten 2 Tbs sesame seedsInstructionsRemove the casings from the...
Boerewors Shakshuka
Boerewors ShakshukaIngredientsServes 3 or 4 2 Tbs olive oil 1 coil of Boerewors 1 onion, diced 1 pepper, diced 4 fresh tomatoes, chopped 3 Tbs tomato chilli chutney Salt and pepper 4-6 eggsInstructionsCut the Boerewors into smaller sausages. Heat oil in a pan, then...
Zola’s Feasts Oxtail Stew
Zola’s Feasts Oxtail Stew IngredientsServes 4-6 2kg oxtail 4 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 2 Tbs oil 2 onions, chopped 2 bay leaves 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 Tbs chopped ginger 1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Fragrant Curry Powder 2 Tbs tomato paste 1 Tbs brown sugar...
Pickled Fish
Pickled Fish IngredientsServes 4-6 1/2 cup cake flour Salt and pepper 500g fish fillets (I use hake) 3 Tbs oil 2 onions, sliced 3 bay leaves 1 tsp peppercorns 3 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Fragrant Curry Powder 1 tsp turmeric 3/4 cups white sugar 1 cup white spirit...
Hot Cross Cinnabuns
Hot Cross Cinnabuns IngredientsMakes 12 For the dough:4 cups cake flour10g yeast2 tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp ground nutmeg1/4 tsp ground allspice1 cup raisins1 cup sugarZest of 1 naartjie/clementine2 eggs1 cup milk100g salted butter, melted For the filling:100g softened...
Scones with Homemade Fig Jam
Scones with Homemade Fig JamIngredientsFor the fig jam:1kg fresh ripe figs2 cups sugar1 lemon For the scones:2 cups cake flour2 tsp baking powder60g cold butter1/2 cup sugar2 Large eggs120ml milk1 tsp vanillaInstructionsChop the figs (the size depends on how chunky...
Peri-Peri Chicken
Peri-Peri ChickenIngredientsServes 4 4 Tbs Peri-peri sauce (I use the Checkers Forage & Feast Range) 3 Tbs honey 1 Tbs fresh thyme 2 chopped garlic cloves Salt and pepper 8 chicken thighs and drumsticksInstructionsPreheat oven to 200c Mix together the peri-peri sauce,...
Zola’s Feasts Fish Cakes
Zola’s Feasts Fish CakesIngredientsServes 4 2 medium potatoes Salt and pepper 2 Tbs butter 800g hake, skinless & boneless 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice Mix 2 spring onions, finely chopped 2 eggs, beaten 2 cups breadcrumbs 4 Tbs Olive oil for fryingInstructionsPeel and...
Yoghurt & Herb Marinated Chicken
Yoghurt & Herb Marinated ChickenIngredientsServes 4 4 chicken breasts 1 Glad Large freezer bag 1 cup plain double cream yoghurt 2 Tbs chopped garlic 2 Tbs Sriracha sauce (or your favourite hot sauce) 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, coriander, mint) Salt...
Fluffy Blueberry Pancakes
Fluffy Blueberry PancakesIngredientsServes 4 2 cups cake flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 Tbs baking powder 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda Pinch salt 1 1/4 cups Amasi / Buttermilk 2 Large eggs 4 Tbs sunflower oilInstructionsWhisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, bicarb and salt...
Zola’s Feasts Crispy Calamari
Zola’s Feasts Crispy Calamari IngredientsServes 4 600g - 800g calamari rings Juice 1/2 lemon Salt and pepper 2 eggs, beaten 2 cups cake flour 4 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix (or your favourite spice blend) Oil for frying Lemon wedges to...
Nectarine & Thyme Sorbet Bellini
Nectarine & Thyme Sorbet Bellini IngredientsServes 6-8 6 ripe nectarines 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 2 sprigs fresh thyme (plus extra for serving) Juice of 1 lemon Chilled Bubbly to serveInstructionsChop the nectarines, then place into a freezer bag and freeze for at...
Creamy Sundried Tomato Pesto Chicken
Creamy Sundried Tomato Pesto ChickenIngredientsServes 4 8 chicken thighs and drumsticks, skin and bone in Salt and pepper 2 Tbs Olive oil 2 onions, sliced 2 garlic cloves, sliced 125g sundried tomato pesto 2 Tbs honey 1 tin coconut milk 160g sugar snaps/mange...
Iphalishi with Roasted Plums
Iphalishi with Roasted PlumsIngredientsServes 4 For the plums: 4 ripe plums, halved 1 Tbs juniper berries 2 star anise 4 Tbs honey 1/4 cup water 3 cups water For iphalishi: 1 tsp salt 1 cup milk 1 cup maize mealInstructionsPreheat oven to 180c Place halved plums,...
Homemade Pineapple Beer
Homemade Pineapple BeersIngredientsMakes about 2L 250g fresh pineapple (or just the peels) 500 g white sugar 100 g seedless raisins 2 Tbs grated fresh ginger Juice of 1 lemon 500 ml boiling water 1.5 litres water, at room temperature 10 g instant dry yeast...
Paper steamed Curried Fish with Sweet Potatoes
Paper steamed Curried Fish with Sweet PotatoesIngredientsServes 4 6 baby sweet potatoes Salt and pepper 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (dill, parsley, coriander) Olive oil 4 fish fillets 2 Tbs curry powder Salt and pepper 4 sheets baking paper 1 lemon, cut into...
Coconut Curry Mussels
Coconut Curry MusselsIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 Tbs grated fresh ginger 1 Tbs chopped fresh garlic 1 chilli, halved 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Curry Powder 1 tin coconut milk Salt and pepper to taste 1 kg mussels 1 lemon Handful fresh...
Zola’s Feasts Burger Patties
Zola’s Feasts Burger PattiesIngredientsMakes 4 800g sirloin (with fat), coarsely minced 3 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 2 Tbs chopped garlic 1 tsp chopped chilli 1 Tbs chopped parsley 2 tsp salt 2 Tbs olive oil InstructionsCombine the mince, spice mix,...
Sweet Mustard Chicken
Sweet Mustard ChickenIngredientsServes 4 4 potatoes, quartered 2 peppers (red & yellow), chopped 2 brinjals, chopped Salt & pepper Olive oil 1 whole chicken (about 2kg) 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 2 Tbs Sweet Mustard SauceInstructionsPreheat oven to...
Sugar Bean & Eisbein Stew
Sugar Bean & Eisbein Stew IngredientsServes 4-6 1kg sugar beans, washed 1 Eisbein (300-500g) 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 2 bay leaves 2 dried/fresh chillies (or to taste) 2 Tbs chopped garlic 2 Tbs chopped ginger 2 L water (plus more to top up) Black pepper to...
Chipotle Cauliflower, Bean & Maize Rice Bowl
Chipotle Cauliflower, Bean & Maize Rice Bowl IngredientsServes 4 For the cauliflower: 2 Tbs olive oil 2 tsp chopped garlic 350g cauliflower florets 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup chipotle sauce 2 Tbs honey Salt and pepper For the maize Rice: 1 cup mealie rice Water 1/2 tsp...
Choc-Vanilla Icebox Cookies
Choc-Vanilla Icebox Cookies IngredientsMakes about 24 (depending on size) 250g softened butter 250g castor sugar 2 tsp vanilla 3 large eggs 500g cake flour 50g cocoa powder, siftedInstructionsCream together the butter, sugar and vanilla until light and creamy and the...
Rice Stuffed Brinjals with Tomato Salsa & Tahini Yoghurt Sauce
Rice Stuffed Brinjals with Tomato Salsa & Tahini Yoghurt Sauce IngredientsServes 2 as a main, serves 4 as a starter 2 brinjals Salt and pepper Olive oil 1 Tbs cumin seeds 1/2 tsp chilli flakes (or to taste) 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1/2 yellow...
Zola’s Feasts Seared Pork with Sautéed Green Veggies
Zola’s Feasts Seared Pork with Sautéed Green Veggies IngredientsServes 4 600g pork fillet 3 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix Salt and pepper Olive oil 1 Tbs chopped garlic 1 tsp chopped chilli 1 Tbs grated ginger 150g broccoli florets 150g green beans 3 baby...
Spiced Butter Roasted Turkey & Pan Gravy
Spiced Butter Roasted Turkey & Pan GravyIngredients1 whole Turkey 200g softened butter 4 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice Mix Salt to taste 2 onions, roughly chopped 2 carrots, roughly chopped 1 bulb garlic, cloves separated 1 Tbs cornflour Salt and pepperInstructionsPreheat...
Zola’s Feasts Lasagne
Zola’s Feasts LasagneIngredientsServes 4-6 3 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, grated 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 500g beef mince 3 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 2 Tbs tomato paste 1 Tbs sugar 80g butter 1/4 cup flour 3 cups milk 200g cheddar...
Sweet Chilli Pesto Prawn Lettuce Cups
Sweet Chilli Pesto Prawn Lettuce CupsIngredientsServes 4 as a light lunch or 8 as a starter 2 Tbs olive oil800g prawns, shelled and deveinedSalt and pepper3 Tbs sweet chilli sauce1 Tbs basil pesto1 head iceberg lettuce1/2 cup tzatziki *Lemon wedges to serve...
Cinnamon & Orange Rooibos Iced Tea
Cinnamon & Orange Rooibos Iced TeaIngredientsServes 6-8 4 Rooibos Teabags 2 cinnamon sticks 1 orange, zest peeled then sliced 1 L boiling water Honey to taste Ice to serve *soda water or lemonade (optional)InstructionsPlace Rooibos tea, cinnamon, orange zest and...
Marmalade Glazed Gammon
Marmalade Glazed GammonIngredientsServes 4-6 2kg boneless uncooked gammon 1 orange (zested, 1/2 sliced, 1/2 juiced) 4 slices fresh ginger 2 bay leaves 4 cloves About 1.5L cold water 2 Tbs chopped fresh ginger 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup orange marmalade Salt and...
Zola’s Feasts Chicken Curry
Zola’s Feasts Chicken CurryIngredientsServes 6-8 3 Tbs olive oil 2 onions, peeled & sliced 3 Tbs chopped fresh ginger 3 Tbs chopped fresh garlic 3 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Fragrant Curry Powder 1 medium carrot, peeled & finely chopped 1 x 1.5kg whole chicken, cut into small...
Spicy Eggs with Chorizo
Spicy Eggs with ChorizoIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs olive oil 200g chorizo, chopped 1 red pepper, chopped 1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Curry Powder 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 1 tin chopped tomatoes 1 Tbs sugar Salt and pepper 4 eggs Avo to serve...
Zola’s Feasts Spiced Spinach & Mushrooms
Zola’s Feasts Spiced Spinach & MushroomsIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, peeled chopped 1 red pepper, deseeded and diced 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 1/2 punnet button mushrooms, sliced 1 vegetable stock cube 2 cups frozen chopped spinach Salt...
Zola’s Feasts Egg Chutney
Zola’s Feasts Egg ChutneyIngredientsServes 4 4 large eggs 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, sliced 1 Tbs chopped ginger 1 Tbs chopped garlic 2 tsp Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Curry Powder 4 fresh tomatoes, chopped 2 Tbs chopped fresh coriander Salt...
Pork & Noodle Stir Fry
Pork & Noodle Stir FryIngredientsServes 4 500g pork fillet 2 Tbs 5-spice 2 Tbs oil 1 pepper, sliced 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks 1 cup chopped cabbage 2 baby marrows, chopped 1 cup chopped spinach 1 Tbs chopped garlic 1 Tbs chopped ginger Chopped Chilli to taste 4...
Creamy Tomato & Chicken Pasta
Creamy Tomato & Chicken PastaIngredientsServes 4 500g pasta 2 Tbs olive oil 2 chicken breasts, sliced 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 1 tin cherry tomatoes 1 Tbs sugar 1 cup fresh cream 100g grated cheddar 2 Tbs chopped parsley Salt and pepper...
Zola’s Feasts Crispy Fried Chicken Wings & Coleslaw
Zola’s Feasts Crispy Fried Chicken Wings & ColeslawIngredientsServes 4-6 For the chicken: 16 chicken wings 2 cups buttermilk 4 Tbs Sriracha sauce 8 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 3 cups flour Salt and pepper Oil for frying For the coleslaw: 2 cups shredded...
Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes
Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes IngredientsServes 4 4 medium potatoes Salt and pepper 1 tub (250ml) sour cream 150g strong cheddar, grated 2 spring onions, chopped Salt and pepper Chilli to taste (optional)InstructionsWash potatoes, then prick with a fork. Place in the...
Whiskey Sour
Whiskey Sour IngredientsMakes 1 Juice of 1 lemon (60ml) 2 shots whiskey (50ml) 30ml simple syrup* Ice Orange slice & Cherry to garnishInstructionsPlace lemon juice, whiskey, and syrup* into a cocktail shaker, then top with 1/2 cup of ice cubes. Shake cocktail for a...
Jam Squares
Jam SquaresIngredientsMakes 9 squares 300g cake flour 1 tsp baking powder 125g salted butter 100g castor sugar 1 Large egg 60ml milk 1 tsp vanilla 250g JamInstructionsPreheat oven to 180c, line and grease a square baking tin. Mix together flour and baking powder, then...
Beetroot with Peppadew & Balsamic Dressing
Beetroot with Peppadew & Balsamic DressingIngredientsServes 4-6 1kg beetroot 1.5 L water Pinch salt 6 peppadews, finely chopped (plus 2 Tbs of the peppadew preserving liquid) 1 tsp Dijon mustard 3 Tbs honey 4 Tbs balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup Extra Virgin olive oil Salt...
Mushroom & Garlic Samp with Spiced Chicken
Mushroom & Garlic Samp with Spiced Chicken IngredientsServes 4 4 chicken breasts 3 Tbs Extra Virgin olive oil 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 2 cups dried Samp 1 L water 4 Tbs Extra Virgin olive oil 1 onion, sliced 1/2 punnet mushrooms, sliced 2 cloves...
Crispy Brie with Sweet & Sour Tomatoes
SangriaIngredientsServes 2-4 1 small wheel of Brie (or use Camembert)1 egg, beaten1/2 cup breadcrumbs1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice MixCanola oil for shallow frying For the Tomatoes1 tsp sugar2 Tbs white wine vinegarPinch salt1/2 punnet cherry tomatoes, quartered...
Sangria
SangriaIngredientsServes 2 1/2 Apple, chopped 1/2 orange, chopped Handful raspberries 2 tsp sugar 30ml brandy 500ml red wine Ice to serveInstructionsPlace the fruit into a jug, then add the sugar and brandy. Stir and lightly mash the fruit and mix until sugar...
Zola’s Feasts Sesame Crusted Trout with Noodle Salad
Zola’s Feasts Sesame Crusted Trout with Noodle Salad Ingredientsserves 4 For the trout:2 Tbs mayonnaise1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice Mix4x 150g salmon trout1/4 cup sesame seeds For the noodles:1/2 red pepper, sliced1/2 yellow pepper, sliced4 baby marrows, sliced...
Dragon Fruit & Strawberry Smoothie bowl
Dragon Fruit & Strawberry Smoothie bowlIngredientsServes 2 2 cups chopped dragon fruit (I use frozen) 1 cup chopped strawberries (I use frozen) 1/2 cup yoghurt 1/4 cup muesli Honey to taste 1/4 cup orange/apple juice Ice (if not using frozen fruit)InstructionsCombine...
Berry Scones
Berry SconesIngredientsMakes 6 large scones 2 cups cake flour2 tsp baking powder60g cold butter1/2 cup sugar1.5 cups mixed berries (I use frozen)2 large eggs120ml milk1 tsp vanilla Raspberry glaze (optional):1/2 cup raspberries1 cup icing sugarInstructionsPreheat oven...
SPINACH & MUSHROOM PHYLLO TART
SPINACH & MUSHROOM PHYLLO TART with MARINATED TOMATOES IngredientsServes 4-6 For the tart:1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 rosemary sprigs1 garlic clove, chopped2 Tbs olive oil250g sliced mushrooms2 Tbs Zola’s Feast Flavourbomb Spice Mix400g chopped spinach250g...
Orange & White Chocolate Scones
Orange & White Chocolate SconesIngredientsMakes 8-10 scones depending on size of cutter 2 cups cake flour2 tsp baking powder60g cold butter1/2 cup sugar100g white chocolate, chopped1 orange, zested2 Large eggs120ml milk InstructionsPreheat oven to 180c. Sift together...
Amagwinya [Vetkoek] with Spiced Boerewors Mince
Amagwinya [Vetkoek] with Spiced Boerewors MinceIngredientsMakes 12 For the Amagwinya:4 cups cake flour10 g instant dry yeast3 Tbs sugar2 tsp saltLukewarm water750 ml vegetable oil for frying For the mince:2 Tbs olive oil500g Boerewors, casings removed2 Tbs Zola’s...
Roti
RotiIngredientsMakes 12 4 cups cake flour 1.5 Tbs salt 1 Tbs canola oil Approximately 2 cups boiling water 100g salted butter, melted and slightly cooledInstructionsMix together flour and salt, add oil and 1 cup boiling water, then mix. Add more water, a little at a...
Orange & Honey Glazed Pork Steaks with Corn Salad
Orange & Honey Glazed Pork Steaks with Corn SaladIngredientsServes 4 4x 150g pork steaks/chops Salt and pepper Pinch chilli flakes 2 Tbs Olive oil 1 orange, juiced 1 ½ Tbs honey ¼ cup water For the salad: 1 sweetcorn on the cob (or ½ cup corn kernels) Salt and...
Chutney Chicken
Chutney Chicken IngredientsServes 4-6 12 chicken drumsticks 1 Tbs olive oil 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice Mix 1 cup fruit chutney 1/2 lemon, juiced 1/2 cup waterInstructionsDrizzle chicken with olive oil, then sprinkle with spice and toss well to coat. Heat a pan then add...
CHEESY RICE STUFFED MUSHROOMS
CHEESY RICE STUFFED MUSHROOMSIngredientsServes 4 4 Portobello Mushrooms Salt and pepper 2 Tbs olive oil 2 cups cooked rice 100g Cheddar cheese, grated 125g Cream cheese 2 tsp chopped garlic 3 Tbs chopped coriander 1 Tbs chopped thymeInstructionsPreheat oven to 180C...
Zola’s Feasts Prawn Curry
Zola’s Feasts Prawn CurryIngredientsServes 4 1kg prawns, shelled and deveined 3 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Salt and pepper 1 lemon, zested 2 Tbs canola oil 1 tsp black mustard seeds 1 onion, chopped 1 Tbs curry powder/ fish Masala 1/2 tsp turmeric 1 Tbs...
Zola’s Feasts Spiced Mince
Zola’s Feasts Spiced MinceIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, chopped 500g beef mince 2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice Mix 1.5 cups beef stock 2 Tbs fruit chutney 1 cup peas Salt & pepperInstructionsHeat oil in a pan then add onion and sauté until softened. Add beef...
Chicken Nachos
Chicken NachosIngredientsServes 2 1 Tbs olive oil1 chicken breast, diced2 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Spice MixI jar tomato salsa1 Bag Nachos1 cup grated cheddar1/2 punnet cherry tomatoes, diced1 spring onion, chopped1 avocado, peeled and dicedJuice of half a lemonSalt and...
Toad in the Hole with Onion Gravy
Toad in the Hole with Onion Gravy IngredientsServes 4 For the toad in the hole:8 sausages1 Tbs olive oil4 Large eggs1 cup milk1 cup cake flour1 tsp salt For the onion gravy:2 Tbs olive oil2 onions, peeled and sliced2 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 Tbs fresh thyme1 Tbs...
Boabab Date & Nut Balls
Boabab Date & Nut BallsIngredients15 pitted dates 2 cups mixed raw nuts 3 Tbs boabab powder 1/2 cup desiccated coconut 1 Tbs nut butter (Marula)InstructionsCombine ingredients in a food processor, then pulse until mixture is finely ground and begins to clump. Form...
Marbled Bundt Cake
Marbled Bundt CakeIngredients225g self raising flour 10ml baking powder 225g castor sugar 22g softened butter 4 large eggs 5ml vanilla 100g dark chocolate, melted For the glaze (optional): 1 cup plain yoghurt 2 cups icing sugar 1tsp vanilla 2 Tbs milk (if needed) 50g...
Cheese Melt Garlic Bread
Cheese Melt Garlic BreadIngredientsMakes 1 loaf 1 French baguette 1 tub LANCEWOOD Cheese Melt Cheddar Flavour 2-4 cloves garlic, finely minced Handful fresh parsley, chopped 50g butter, meltedInstructionsCut slices into the baguette, making sure not to cut all the way...
Grilled Corn & Cheese Pap
Grilled Corn & Cheese PapIngredientsServes 4-6 1.5 cups maize meal 3 cups water 1 tsp salt 1 cup corn kernels 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 2 Tbs olive oilInstructionsMix maize meal with 1 cup water. Place the remaining 2 cups water into a pot, along with the salt, then...
Zola’s Feasts Chicken & Apricot Sosaties
Zola’s Feasts Chicken & Apricot SosatiesIngredientsServes 4-6 6 wooden sosatie sticks 1 Tbs Zola’s Feasts Flavourbomb Spice Mix 1/2 cup fruit chutney Chopped chilli, to taste Salt and pepper 4 chicken breasts, cut into chunks 18 Turkish dried apricotsInstructionsSoak...
Lamb Chops with Sweet & Spicy dipping Sauce
Lamb Chops with Sweet & Spicy dipping SauceIngredientsServes 4 8 lamb loin chops 2 Tbs olive oil 1 Tbs fresh rosemary 1 Tbs fresh oregano 1 lemon, zested and juice of half Salt and pepper 1 cup plain double cream yoghurt 3 Tbs chipotle sauce 3 Tbs fruit...
Strawberry Muesli Smoothie
Strawberry Muesli SmoothieIngredientsServes 2 200g strawberries 1/4 cup plain yoghurt 1 Tbs chopped fresh ginger 1/4 cup muesli 1 glass berry juice 1 cup crushed ice Honey to tasteInstructionsCombine all the ingredients in a blender, then blend until smooth.
BBQ Cheese melt grilled corn
BBQ Cheese Melt grilled cornIngredientsServes 6 6 corn on the cob 1/4 cup olive oil Pinch dried chilli flakes Salt and pepper 1 tub LANCEWOOD Cheese Melt BBQ flavour 3 spring onions, slicedInstructionsMix together olive oil, chilli flakes and seasoning, then brush...
Apricot & Orange Snoek
Apricot & Orange SnoekIngredientsServes 4-6 1/4 cup apricot jam 1 orange, juiced Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 Tbs grated ginger 1 garlic clove, finely crushed 1 Tbs butter 2 Tbs chopped parsley 1 butterflied Snoek (about 700g)InstructionsIn a saucepan, combine the apricot...
Strawberry & Mint G&T
Strawberry & Mint G & TIngredientsMakes 1 2 strawberries, hulled and quartered 4 mint leaves 25ml simple syrup ** 25ml gin 125ml India Tonic IceInstructionsPlace the strawberries into a serving glass, then muddle and crush gently to release flavours. Mix in the syrup...
Microwave Sweetcorn & Cheddar Risotto
Microwave Sweetcorn & Cheddar Risotto IngredientsServes 4 1 Tbs olive oil 20g butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely crushed 2 tsp chopped thyme 1 1/2 cups Arborio/Risotto Rice 4 cups vegetable stock 1 tin creamed sweetcorn 100g mature cheddar, grated...
Moroccan Chicken Pie
Moroccan Chicken PieIngredientsServes 6-8 2 Tbs Olive oil 1 onion, sliced 2 carrots, grated 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded (skin and boned discarded) 100g sultanas 1x 400g tin chopped tomatoes 1 pkt Knorr Naturally Tasty Moroccan Chicken Sachet 300ml water 30g chopped...
Mushroom & Onion Pastry Slice
Mushroom & Onion Pastry SliceIngredientsServes 6-8 For the pastry: 3x 250g puff pastry sheets 1 egg, beaten Salt and pepper For the Mushrooms: 2 Tbs olive oil 600g brown mushrooms, cut into chunks 1 Tbs fresh thyme 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 2 spring onions,...
Mushroom Risotto
Mushroom RisottoIngredientsServes 4-6 Handful dried mushrooms 1 cup boiling water 2 Tbs olive oil 1 onion, finely diced 1 tsp chopped thyme 1 1/2 cups risotto rice (Arborio) 100ml white wine 4 cups hot vegetable stock 100g pecorino cheese, grated Salt and pepper to...
Naartjie Upside Down Cake
Naartjie Upside Down CakeIngredients4 naartjies (mandarins) 60g brown sugar 80g golden syrup 60g butter For the sponge: 120g butter, softened 120g castor sugar 2 naartjies, zested and juiced 2 eggs 175ml buttermilk 160g Cake flour 5ml baking powder 5ml bicarbonate of...
Mussels in an Aromatic White Wine Broth
Mussels in an Aromatic White Wine BrothIngredientsServes 4 2 Tbs olive oil or butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised 4 slices fresh ginger 500ml Nederburg Heritage Heroes The Young Airhawk Juice of 1 lime 1 kg black mussels Bunch fresh coriander,...
Nacho Burger
Nacho BurgerIngredientsServes 4 For the burger patties: 500g beef mince ½ onion, finely chopped and sautéed in butter 2 Tbs finely chopped parsley 1 Tbs chopped thyme 1 Tbs oregano 1 cloves garlic, chopped Salt and pepper to taste For the salsa: 100g cherry tomatoes,...
Nectarine, Maple & Yoghurt Popsicles
Nectarine, Maple & Yoghurt PopsiclesIngredientsMakes 8 3 nectarines, chopped Juice of ½ orange (reserve the zest for the yoghurt layer) 2 Tbs maple syrup 250ml Full cream Plain Yoghurt 100ml milk 1 tsp vanilla extract Zest of one orange, finely grated ¼ cup maple...
Nutty Baked Apple Pudding
Nutty Baked Apple PuddingIngredientsServes: 6 For the apples: 4 apples, peeled and diced 75g muscovado sugar 40g butter 1 cup chopped pecans For the pudding: 225g pitted dates, chopped 175g water 5ml bicarbonate of soda 85g butter 140g muscovado sugar 5ml vanilla...
Nut Crunch Chocolate Fudge
Nut Crunch Chocolate FudgeIngredientsMakes 24 2 cups chopped dark chocolate 1 tin (385g) condensed Milk 1 Tbs butter 2 cups roughly broken shortbread biscuits 1 cup coarsely chopped roasted nuts InstructionsLine a 22cm square baking tin. In a large thick bottomed pot,...
Ombre 6-tier Celebration Cake
Ombre 6-tier Celebration CakeIngredientsMakes 1x 22cm 6-layer cake For the sponge: 500g butter, softened 1kg Castor Sugar 12 large eggs 660ml buttermilk 1 Tbs vanilla extract 880g cake flour 4 tsp baking powder Red food colour For the icing: 1kg cream cheese, at room...
Isitambu (Samp & Beans)
Isitambu (Samp & Beans)IngredientsServes 6-8 4 cups dried samp 1 ½ cups dried sugar beans 3 bay leaves 4 sprigs thyme 1 vegetable stock cube (optional) 50g salted butter Salt to tasteInstructionsPlace the dried samp and beans into a bowl, then cover with cold water...