Recipe Collection

Traditional South African Chilli Sauce Recipes

Discover the rich culinary heritage of South African chilli sauces with our collection of traditional and modern recipes. From braai to bobotie, bring the true flavours of Mzansi to your kitchen.

Quick & Easy
Family Recipes
All Heat Levels

Traditional Braai Sauces

Authentic South African braai classics

Classic Boerewors Basting Sauce
Gentle

Classic Boerewors Basting Sauce

Perfect for boerewors, lamb chops, and chicken pieces

10min prep
Serves 8
Family-Friendly
Quick
Traditional
Monkey Gland Sauce (The Real Deal)
Medium

Monkey Gland Sauce (The Real Deal)

Traditional recipe with chutney, tomato sauce, and secret spices

15min prep+ 20min cook
Serves 6
Traditional
Steaks
Burgers

Cape Malay Inspired Sauces

Rich, aromatic sauces with complex spice blends

Authentic Peri-Peri Marinade
Hot

Authentic Peri-Peri Marinade

Bird's eye chillies, garlic, lemon juice, and traditional spices

15min prep+ 120min marinate
Serves 4
Chicken
Seafood
Authentic
Bobotie Chilli Relish
Medium

Bobotie Chilli Relish

Traditional accompaniment with curry spices and mild heat

20min prep+ 15min cook
Serves 6
Cape Malay
Curry
Traditional

Modern Fusion Creations

Contemporary twists on traditional flavours

Rooibos-Infused Chilli Sauce
Medium

Rooibos-Infused Chilli Sauce

Unique South African twist using rooibos tea

25min prep+ 30min cook
Serves 8
Modern
Unique
Vegetarian
Biltong Spice Chilli Dust
Hot

Biltong Spice Chilli Dust

Dry spice blend inspired by traditional biltong seasoning

10min prep+ 120min dry
Serves 12
Spice Blend
Versatile
Biltong

Seasonal Specialties

Celebrate South African occasions with these special seasonal recipes

Heritage Day Special Chakalaka Sauce
September

Heritage Day Special Chakalaka Sauce

Celebrate our heritage with this traditional spicy relish

Christmas Chilli Chutney
December

Christmas Chilli Chutney

Festive chutney perfect for holiday entertaining

Mandela Day Community Pot Sauce
July

Mandela Day Community Pot Sauce

A sauce that brings communities together

Recipe Tips & Techniques

Master the art of South African chilli sauce making with these essential tips

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Chilli Handling Safety

Proper techniques for handling hot peppers safely

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Adjusting Heat Levels

How to make recipes family-friendly or extra hot

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Storage & Preservation

Keep your sauces fresh and flavourful longer

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Perfect Pairings

Match your sauces with traditional SA dishes

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