Sosaties South African Kabobs

Transport your taste buds to South Africa with these flavorful Sosaties, a traditional take on kabobs that's perfect for grilling season. Tender cubes of lamb shoulder or juicy boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a fragrant blend of curry powder, turmeric, apricot jam, and white vinegar, giving these skewers a unique sweet-and-savory twist. Threaded with dried apricots and onion petals on skewers, each bite offers a contrast of smoky char, soft fruit, and aromatic spices. Whether you're preparing these kabobs for a backyard barbecue or a vibrant dinner plate, the marinade—rich with notes of garlic, paprika, and brown sugar—infuses the meat with layers of complex South African-inspired flavor. Serve these crowd-pleasers with fluffy rice or charred flatbread to complete your culinary journey.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 kg lamb shoulder or boneless chicken thighs
• 200 g dried apricots
• 2 large yellow onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 125 ml white vinegar
• 3 tbsp apricot jam
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 4 bay leaves
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 10 skewers

Directions

Step 1

Cut the lamb shoulder or boneless chicken thighs into 2-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and quarter the onions, then separate the layers to form petals. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and curry powder, turmeric, smoked paprika, and bay leaves. Cook for 30 seconds to release the spices’ aroma.

Step 4

Add the white vinegar, apricot jam, and brown sugar to the saucepan. Stir well until the sugar dissolves, and the mixture forms a smooth marinade.

Step 5

Season the marinade with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Thread the meat cubes, onion petals, and dried apricots alternately onto the skewers, leaving a bit of space between each ingredient.

Step 7

Place the assembled skewers into a shallow dish or large resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the skewers, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best flavor.

Step 8

When ready to cook, preheat a grill or broiler to medium-high heat.

Step 9

Grill or broil the skewers, turning them occasionally and basting with the remaining marinade, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred, about 12-15 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the sosaties hot with sides like rice, grilled vegetables, or flatbread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2776.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5547.0

Total Fat 337.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 1300mg	0%
Sodium 10188.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.5g	0%
Total Sugars 174.7g
Protein 362.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 622.4mg	0%
Iron 47.6mg	0%
Potassium 8100.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.6%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 19.4%