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Blatjang

A cross between a fruit chutney and jam.

Serves

4-6

Prep time

35 minutes

Cook time

25 minutes

Pronounced blud-young, its a staple in most South African houses!

Ingredients

250g ready to eat dried apricots
1 red onion, quartered
½ tsp dried chilli
2 cloves garlic, sliced
50ml white malt vinegar
1 tbsp light brown sugar 
600ml boiling water

Method

  1. Soak the apricots in the boiling water for 30 minutes.

2. Add the apricots and water into a blender with all remaining ingredients and blitz until smooth.

3. Add to a saucepan and cook on a low heat for 20-30 minutes until thickened. 

4. Cool and store in airtight containers to serve when required.

Chef’s tips

Serve with Babotie!

Add extra chilli if you like it a little hotter!

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