Sosaties
Sosaties are a traditional South African dish of marinated, skewered meat, typically lamb or pork, with dried apricots and onions. The sweet and savory flavors are a hallmark of Cape Malay cuisine. This recipe features a flavorful curry marinade that tenderizes the meat beautifully.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 6 hr 45 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 629 kcal
Allergen information: may contain sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
meat
- 600 glamb leg, cut into 2.5cm cubes
skewer
- 2 pcsyellow onion, cut into large wedges
- 100 gdried apricot, soaked in hot water for 15 minutes, then drained
marinade
- 2 tbspapricot jam
- 2 tbspwhite wine vinegar
- 1 tbspcurry powder
- 0.5 tspturmeric powder
- 2 clovegarlic, minced
- 1 tspginger, grated
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbspolive oil
Equipment
grill · skewer · medium bowl · whisk
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the apricot jam, white wine vinegar, curry powder, turmeric powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, pepper, and olive oil to create the marinade.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure all ingredients are well combined for an even flavor distribution.
- 2
Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and tenderize the meat.
Cook’s note: Marinating longer will result in more tender and flavorful sosaties.
- 3
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before assembling to prevent burning on the grill.
- 4
Thread the marinated lamb, onion wedges, and drained dried apricots alternately onto the skewers.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Don't pack the ingredients too tightly, as this can hinder even cooking.
- 5
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
About 5 min
- 6
Grill the sosaties for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked through and lightly charred on all sides.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of your lamb cubes and your desired doneness.
- 7
Serve the sosaties hot, optionally with rice or a fresh salad.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 628.9kcal
- Protein
- 39.9g
- Carbs
- 30.6g
- Fat
- 39g
- Fibre
- 4.5g
- Sugar
- 20.8g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover sosaties in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a microwave or oven until warmed through.
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