SOUTH AFRICAN HOME COOKING
Practical South African recipes for real family kitchens
My Kombuis helps home cooks make dependable, affordable meals with ingredients available in South Africa. Every recipe uses clear metric measurements, realistic preparation times and practical serving guidance.
Cook with confidence
From weeknight dinners and traditional favourites to baking and easy desserts, our recipes are written to remove guesswork. You will find ingredient quantities, numbered instructions, storage notes, portion guidance and estimated costs.
South African favourites
Start with bobotie, pair your braai with chakalaka, or finish with malva pudding. Each recipe explains the ingredients and cooking method.
Everyday family meals
Choose 25-minute tomato pasta for a busy evening, chicken pasta bake for six, or beef stew with dumplings when you have time to simmer.
Helpful cooking guidance
Learn to keep pumpkin fritters from turning soggy, dry rusks through to the centre, and prepare a fridge tart ahead of time. Cost estimates help with planning; actual prices vary.
About My Kombuis
My Kombuis is an independent South African food website created for ordinary home cooks. Our aim is simple: clearly explained recipes that are easy to follow and worth returning to.