We all know that us South Africans LOVE to braai – it must be the ultimate food tradition / cooking method / food in South Africa…
‘Braai’ – it not only describes a cooking method {cooking food, usually meat, over open coals, similar to a barbecue}, but it can also be used to describe the actual event.
As in, come on over for a ‘braai’…
Typical ‘braai’ food is a s election of meat {chops, steaks, sausage – usually ‘boerewors’}, along with a variety of salads, perhaps a veggie dish and some form of bread, usually sandwiches with tomato & cheese, toasted on the braai. {You won’t find any ‘braaibroodjies’ at our house #justsayin}
We even have a special day set aside to celebrate this fantastic braai tradition and our heritage as South Africans…
Soo – National Braai Day is on the 24th of September – this Thursday and this Braai Day salad is simple and just delicious!
Whether you have it as a meal by itself, a side dish or serve it the next day using leftover boerewors – it’s simple, super tasty and a winner all-round!
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You will need:
cooked boerewors, cut into bite-sized pieces {make sure you use one without any fillers and other nasties – not all sausages are created equal ;) }
a selection of your favourite salad greens
avocado
Parmesan shavings
a handful fresh coriander, chopped + more to go into the salad
2 cloves of garlic
1 tsp sea salt
2 tbs olive oil
1 tbs red wine vinegar
Arrange the salad greens onto a serving plate and place the boerwors pieces on top.
Add sliced avocadoes and Parmesan shavings.
To make the coriander dressing, blend the chopped coriander, garlic, salt, vinegar & olive oil in a mortar & pestle.
Drizzle over the salad and enjoy.
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This Braai Day salad is a hit with kids and adults alike – just deconstruct for any fussy kids.
It’s easy and quick to make and just a bit different – enjoy!
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Here are some more braai recipes you should try:
The Ultimate Steak
The Best Ever Lamb Chops
Chicken on the Braai
