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South African Braai Boerewors Sausage Rolls Easy Homemade Recipe with Chakalaka Relish

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These South African braai boerewors sausage rolls are a flavorful, spicy snack wrapped in flaky puff pastry, paired with a tangy chakalaka relish. Perfect for sharing and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) South African boerewors sausage (casings removed)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry (about 250g), thawed
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 can (14 oz/400g) baked beans in tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh lemon juice, a squeeze

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chakalaka Relish: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in the chopped red bell pepper and grated carrot; cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the curry powder and chili flakes (if using), stirring to coat the veggies. Mix in the tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
  4. Pour in the baked beans with tomato sauce, breaking them up slightly with the back of a spoon. Simmer gently for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Set aside to cool.
  5. Prepare the Sausage Filling: Remove boerewors from casings and crumble into a bowl.
  6. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
  7. In the same skillet, add a splash of oil and sauté finely chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant (about 3 minutes).
  8. Combine with cooked sausage, then stir in smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture cool slightly.
  9. Assemble the Sausage Rolls: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth any creases.
  10. Spread a thin layer of the prepared chakalaka relish along the center of the pastry.
  11. Spoon the sausage mixture evenly over the relish, shaping it into a long log about 2 inches (5 cm) wide.
  12. Fold the pastry over the filling, sealing the edges by pressing gently.
  13. Cut into 2-inch (5 cm) wide rolls and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam side down.
  14. Brush the tops with beaten egg to encourage a golden crust.
  15. Use a sharp knife to make a few small slits on each roll for steam to escape.
  16. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  17. Remove and cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold to ensure flakiness. Do not overfill the pastry to prevent bursting. Cook sausage filling first to avoid soggy pastry. Chakalaka relish should be thick but slightly chunky. Use egg wash for a golden, glossy crust. Steam slits on pastry prevent sogginess. Puff pastry can be chilled during assembly if too warm.

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Keywords: boerewors, sausage rolls, South African, braai, chakalaka relish, puff pastry, spicy sausage, homemade snack

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