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Braaibroodjie (braai bread)

A South African grilled sandwich filled with cheese, tomato and onion, toasted over the embers of the braai. The crust turns crisp and the cheese melts through, the snack of evenings around the fire.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Garniture

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Light the fire and wait until the embers are white and glowing well, placing the grill about 10 cm above the fire.
  2. Slice the tomatoes and onion into thin rounds. Grate the cheddar.
  3. Butter one side of each slice of bread with the softened butter, then spread a thin layer of chutney or mustard on the other side.
  4. On the unbuttered side of four slices, arrange the cheese, the tomato and onion rounds and the bacon if using. Season with salt, pepper and paprika.
  5. Close the sandwiches with the remaining slices, buttered side facing out.
  6. Place the sandwiches on the grill and toast for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the bread is golden and the cheese starts to run.
  7. Cut in half and serve straight away, nice and hot.

Variations and tips

Vegetarian version. Leave out the bacon and add strips of grilled pepper or sautéed mushrooms.

Using what you have. If you have no embers, use a heavy pan over medium heat, with a lid placed on top to melt the cheese.

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