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Sosaties

Name: Sosaties
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 6 h 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: south_african, cape_malay
Ingredients: 600 g lamb leg cut into 2.5cm cubes; 2 pcs yellow onion cut into large wedges; 100 g dried apricot soaked in hot water for 15 minutes, then drained; 2 tbsp apricot jam; 2 tbsp white wine vinegar; 1 tbsp curry powder; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 2 clove garlic minced; 1 tsp ginger grated; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 2 tbsp olive oil

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

Gluten-free

Allergen information: may contain sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

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

48%Score

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

Storage

Store leftover sosaties in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat in a microwave or oven until warmed through.