Serves 8. Preparation time 20 minutes. Cooking time 15 minutes.
4 slices of bread
2 tablespoons butter
2 onions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons chilli flakes (smoked if you have)
2 tablespoons Cajun spice
3 tablespoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
1 tablespoon crushed ginger
1 kg beef mince
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Grate the bread to make breadcrumbs.
• In a warm pan, saute the onions and all the spices in the butter for a few minutes until soft and fragrant. Remove just before the onion browns. Transfer everything to a bowl, add the mince, breadcrumbs and salt and pepper. Using your hands, mush to combine thoroughly.
• Pinch off a small ball and fry to check if the seasoning is to your taste. Add more salt or spices if needed. Divide the mixture into 8 balls and chill under a piece of cling film for 30 minutes while you get the fire going. You can freeze any extra meatballs for later.
• When you're ready to braai, press the balls flat and cook on a flat cast-iron grid over the coals or in a medium-hot pan in a bit of oil for 7 minutes each side. Make sure you don't disturb the patties for the first 5 minutes of cooking so that a crust can form on the bottom.
• These meat patties are great served with a chopped pineapple, onion and mint salsa. Spice things up with a scattering of fresh red chilli and a squeeze of lemon juice for a real taste of summer.
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