Food of South Africa
9 traditional dishes · Africa
Cities & regions of South Africa
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Street Food
★ 4.5
Bunny Chow
Hollowed-out loaf filled with spicy curry.
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Drinks & Beverages
★ 4.6
Boeber
Rooted in South Africa, Boeber is a dairy drink enjoyed for generations.
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Snacks & Appetizers
★ 4.5
Biltong
Air-dried, vinegar-and-coriander cured beef.
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Desserts & Sweets
★ 4.5
Malva Pudding
Sticky apricot sponge soaked in hot cream sauce.
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Meat & Grills
★ 4.4
Boerewors
Coriander-spiced farmer sausage coiled on the braai.
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Meat & Grills
★ 4.3
Bobotie
Spiced minced meat baked under a savoury egg custard.
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Salads & Sides
★ 4.3
Chakalaka
Spicy tomato and bean relish for the braai table.
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Desserts & Sweets
★ 4.3
Koeksister
Plaited fried dough drenched in cold sugar syrup.
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Breads & Pastries
★ 4.3
Vetkoek
Deep-fried dough buns stuffed savoury or sweet.
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