Comfort is what it’s all about when you enjoy a South African safari at Monwana Lodge. This luxury extends to the five-star food served here. Re-live this flavourful experience by creating one of South Africa’s most heart-warming dishes to share with family and friends back at home.
Ingredients
Method
Heat oven to 180c
Place the bread in a bowl with the milk and leave it to soak
Heat the oil in a large saucepan and fry the onions over a low heat until soft
Add the curry powder, salt, chutney, Worcestershire sauce, jam, turmeric and vinegar
Mix well
Drain the bread, reserving the milk
Add the bread to the pan with the raisins and meat
Cook over a low heat until the meat is browned
Remove from heat
Beat the egg and add it to the meat mixture with the raisins, mixing well
Spoon the mixture into a greased oven dish or individual ramekins and level the tops
Beat the last 2 eggs with the reserved milk and add turmeric and salt, mixing well
Pour the egg custard over the meat mixture – place 1 bay leaf per serving on top
Bake uncovered until set and browned – approx. 1 hour
Serve with yellow rice, banana, coconut and chutney.
Bobotie is widely regarded as South Africa’s national dish and is enjoyed by all the races of the Rainbow Nation. However, its origins are a little uncertain. The spicy undertones of this dish point to a Cape Malay heritage, but the recipe first appeared in a Dutch cookbook during the 17th century. Even the Romans served a variation of bobotie, called Patinam ex lacte over 2000 years ago, too.
Wherever it comes from, there’s no doubt that bobotie is here to stay. You’ll find out why when you book your safari with Thornybush. Get in touch to explore the amazing landscapes, cuisine and wildlife of South Africa.
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