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Nutritional Values

🔥400kcal
💪45gProtein
🌾25gCarbs
🥑18gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

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Snoek Braai

How to order / say it
Say it Snoek Braai — [snoo-eck br-EYE]
Order I'd like the snoek braai, please.
Locally Ek wil asseblief die snoek braai hê.
Say locally

Grilled snoek fish basted with apricot glaze, typically cooked over open flames.

Why try it?

The snoek braai is a beloved tradition during South African outdoor gatherings, reflecting the coastal city's maritime heritage and love for vibrant, hearty meals cooked over fire.

How it tastes

The fish is tender and flaky with a subtle smokiness from the open flames and a lusciously sweet and tangy glaze that accentuates the natural flavor of the snoek.

Origin & History — first documented: 1650

Snoek fishing and braaing became popular with locals in the 17th century, benefiting from the plentiful snoek populations along the Cape coast; it's a staple for celebrating African hospitality.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 500 g snoek fish
  • 🍯 50 g apricot jam
  • 🥛 30 g butter
  • 🍋 20 ml lemon juice
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🧂 10 g salt
  • 🧂 5 g black pepper

Method

  1. 1 Clean and debone the snoek fish.
  2. 2 Melt butter, combine with apricot jam, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3 Baste fish with the mixture and grill over medium heat on open flames.
  4. 4 Cook until the fish is tender and serve immediately.

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