Recipe-Classic South African Boerewors Roll

• Prep time: 15 mins

• Cook time: 20 mins

• Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.1 lbs (500g) quality traditional boerewors spiral

• 4 fresh hot dog buns or soft roll-style baguettes

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 large yellow onion, sliced into thin rings

• 1 can (14 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes or tomato tomato paste/chakalaka mix

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Mustard and chutney for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Make the chakalaka-style relish: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 6–8 minutes until soft and caramelized.

2. Simmer sauce: Stir in the diced tomatoes, brown sugar,  vinegar, salt, and pepper. Lower the heat and simmer uncovered for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally until thick and rich.

3. Braai or grill the wors: Heat a braai grid over medium coals (or use a indoor grill pan). Grill the boerewors for 10–12 minutes, turning gently with tongs so the casing doesn’t pierce and spill juice. Cook until browned outside and cooked through.

4. Toast the rolls: Slice the rolls down the top or side without cutting all the way through. Lightly toast them cut-side down on the grill for 1–2 minutes.

5. Assemble: Place a quarter of the cooked boerewors inside each roll. Generously top with the warm tomato-onion relish, along with mustard or Mrs. Ball’s chutney to taste.