Best 3 South African Sosaties Malay Kebabs Recipes

**Sosaties: A Journey of Culinary Delights**

Sosaties, a cornerstone of South African cuisine, are succulent kebabs with a rich history and tantalizing flavors that echo the diverse culinary traditions of the Malay community. This article presents a treasure trove of sosatie recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this beloved dish. From the traditional beef sosatie, known for its tender meat and aromatic spices, to the succulent chicken sosatie, bursting with juicy flavors, these recipes capture the essence of South African culinary heritage.

Venture into the realm of vegetarian delights with our vegetable sosatie recipe, showcasing a symphony of colorful vegetables grilled to perfection. For those seeking a seafood twist, the fish sosatie beckons with its flaky fish fillets marinated in a symphony of herbs and spices. And for a culinary adventure beyond compare, try the sosatie boerewors, a unique combination of beef sausage and traditional sosatie flavors.

Each recipe in this article is carefully crafted to guide you through the art of sosatie making, ensuring that you can recreate these mouthwatering dishes in the comfort of your own kitchen. Detailed instructions, precise measurements, and insightful tips will empower you to master the art of sosatie grilling, leaving your taste buds tantalized and your guests asking for more.

So, embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of South African sosaties. Whether you prefer the classic beef or chicken varieties, or are intrigued by the vegetarian, seafood, or boerewors variations, this article has something for every palate. Prepare to indulge in a feast of flavors that will transport you to the heart of South Africa's culinary heritage.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SOSATIES (SOUTH AFRICAN KEBABS IN SPICY SAUCE)

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Sosaties have their roots in Malay cuising; in Malay; sate means "spicy sauce" and sesate means "skewered meat", Lamb sosaties are the South African national favorite, but beef, pork and chicken are common also, feel free to substitute if desired. The meat is marinated for 1-2days in a spicy, curry mixture accented with apricot jam and ginger. Sosaties are prepared and served at braai, the Afrikaans word for picnic or barbecue held in the bush. Marinate time is NOT included in prep or cook times. Posted for ZWT 7. I found this at PBS.org.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories Lamb/Sheep

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 tablespoons oil
1 onion (large-chopped)
2 -3 garlic cloves (minced)
3 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons gingerroot (peele-grated)
1 1/2 cups water
4 tablespoons vinegar (brown malted vinegar)
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons apricot jam (or chutney)
2 bay leaves
2 lemon leaves
2 lbs lamb (cut in pieces)
6 -8 small onions
2 -3 red peppers (cut in chunks)
8 -10 dried apricots (optional)

Steps:

Marinade:.
Saute onions and garlic in oil, until translucent, but not brown, add spices and simmer one minute, sitrring constantly; add water, vinegar,sugar,jam,lemon and bay leaves; simmer 5-7 min.stirring occasionally.
Turn off heat and allow to cool. Reserve 1 cup of mixture for glazing at grill time. Pour cooled mixture over meat, marinate 1-2 days in the refrigerator.
Preparing Kebabs:.
Skewer the marinated meat together with the onions, peppers and apricots (if using). Grill until desired doneness has been reached, brushing with reserved marinade during grilling time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 60, Sodium 56, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 13, Protein 17.4

SOSATIES (SOUTH AFRICAN KEBABS)

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Traditionally cubes of fat are skewered in between the pieces of meat to keep everything succulent but I have never done this. I usually thread pieces of onion cut more or less the size of the cube of meat and apricots on for a flavor dimension. If you choose to do only meat that's wonderful, too! These "kebabs" are usually served on rice with the marinade thickened to become gravy but can be enjoyed with any of your regular barbecue side dishes. The days that we were living in an apartment and did not have a barbecue facility I used to grill these in the oven with just as much success. Prep time does not include overnight marinating time.

Provided by Bokenpop aka Mad

Categories South African

Time 25m

Yield 12 sosaties

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

1 1/2 kg beef (6 per skewer) or 1 1/2 kg lamb, cut into 1 inch cubes (6 per skewer)
15 ml gingerroot, scraped clean and finely grated
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
36 pieces onions
24 dried apricots
30 g butter
2 onions, finely chopped
100 ml red wine
50 ml water
100 ml vinegar
15 ml curry powder
15 ml sugar
3 bay leaves
1 ml cayenne pepper
black pepper, to taste
salt
15 ml mustard
15 ml soy sauce
160 ml ketchup
30 ml Worcestershire sauce
60 ml cooking oil

Steps:

Mix meat, ginger and garlic together and add onion and apricots if you are using them.
Heat butter and stir fry chopped onions until soft and golden.
Add wine, water, vinegar, curry powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, bay leaves and sugar.
Bring to the boil and cook for 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and leave to cool until warm.
Blend in remaining ingredients and pour this over the meat.
Coat meat well and refrigerate overnight.
Thread meat, onion, meat, apricot so that each sosatie has 6 pieces of meat, 3 pieces of onion and 2 apricot halves on each.
Barbecue over hot grill taking care not to burn and baste from time to time until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 985, Fat 95.3, SaturatedFat 38.7, Cholesterol 129.1, Sodium 330, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 13.5, Protein 12

SOUTH AFRICAN LAMB SOSATIES (KEBABS)

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This is a traditional South African braai (bbq) dish that can also be prepared using venison or beef. This dish is best if meat and vegetables are allowed to marinate overnight before grilling.

Provided by BOEREWORS

Categories World Cuisine Recipes African

Time 9h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup plain yogurt
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion
1 cup cubed lamb stew meat
12 ounces dried apricots
8 kabob skewers

Steps:

Make the sauce by mixing together the yogurt, curry powder, sugar and oil in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking.
Peel and cut the onion into 1 inch cubes. Thread skewers alternating lamb cubes, onion dried apricot halves. Place them into a large resealable bag and pour in the sauce. Make sure the kabobs are evenly well coated. Refrigerate and allow to marinate overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Preheat grill to medium heat and lightly oil grate.
Grill the kabobs over medium coals for 8 to 10 minutes on each side, or to your desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 35.2 mg, Sugar 27.3 g

Tips:

For tender and juicy sosaties, choose high-quality meat with good marbling.
Cut the meat into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
Marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to infuse it with flavor.
Use a variety of spices and herbs in the marinade to create a complex flavor profile.
Thread the meat onto skewers tightly to prevent it from falling off during cooking.
Cook the sosaties over medium heat to prevent them from burning.
Baste the sosaties with the marinade or a basting sauce during cooking to keep them moist.
Serve the sosaties with your favorite sides, such as rice, grilled vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Sosaties, also known as Malay kebabs, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their tender meat, flavorful marinade, and variety of cooking methods, sosaties are a perfect addition to any party or gathering. Whether you choose to grill, bake, or fry your sosaties, you're sure to enjoy this South African classic. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give sosaties a try. You won't be disappointed!