South African Braai Broodjie Recipe
The South African Braai Broodjie Recipe is a fusion of South African culinary traditions that combines grilled sandwiches, known as "broodjies.
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Servings: 8 Sandwiches
Calories: 248 kcal
Equipment
- Grill or Braai
- Tongs
- Large platter for serving
- Knife for slicing
- Cutting board
- Brush for oil or butter
Ingredients
- 8 slices bread
- 4 tbs butter
- 4 tbs fruit chutney
- 1 tomato sliced
- Ā½ onion sliced red
- 2 cups cheddar cheese grated sharp
Instructions
- Each slice of bread should have butter spread on both sides.
- Spread some cheese and fruit chutney on toast, then top with tomato and more cheese.
- Then top with another slice of bread and some onion and cheese.
- Place the sandwiches carefully on a hot grill or in a deep grill basket over a campfire (but not directly over the fire).
- Toast and cheese should be cooked slowly over medium heat until browned and melted. Add bacon and or mushrooms if you like.
Notes
Preheat the grill before placing the Braai Broodjies for even cooking.
Brush the bread with olive oil or melted butter to achieve a crispy exterior.
Use fresh and ripe ingredients like tomatoes and cheese for the best flavor.
Keep a close eye on the Broodjies while grilling to prevent burning.
Customize the fillings to suit your preferences, such as adding bacon or avocados.
Use a grill basket or foil to prevent ingredients from falling into the fire.
Experiment with different bread varieties for unique textures.
Nutrition
Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 363mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 587IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 240mg | Iron: 1mg
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