6 hearty meals from former MasterChef SA runner-up Siphokazi Mdlankomo’s new recipe book

These affordable good-for-the-soul meals from former MasterChef SA runner-up Siphokazi Mdlankomo’s new recipe book will have everyone coming back for more.

PAN-FRIED CALAMARI

This dish is great with a salad, potato wedges or savoury rice. If you’re not a fan of chillies, leave them out.

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TIP Serve with tartar sauce and seared lemon wedges.

LOADED CAULIFLOWER SALAD

It’s quick and easy – and a banter’s delight! You can use broccoli instead of cauliflower in the salad.

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TIP Garnish with spring onions.

RIB-EYE STEAK WITH POTATO AND BACON HASH

Satisfy healthy appetites with this speedy and easy dinner.

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TIP Replace the rib-eye steak with any cut of beef or other meat of your choice.

CHICKEN ONE-POT WONDER

This chicken dish is ideal for when you’re caught up in a busy week but still need to feed the family.

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TIP Serve with a fresh salad.

FILLET PHYLLO CUPS WITH HERB AÏOLI

Impress your family or friends with these delicious tartlets, served hot or cold.

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TIP Cover the phyllo pastry with a damp cloth to prevent it drying out while you’re working with it.

NUTELLA COFFEE MOUSSE

The cream cheese adds richness and texture to this mousse.

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TIP Serve with fresh cherries or berries if you like.