Sosaties – Marinated Meat Skewers with Onion & Peppers

Sosaties are South African marinated skewers of lamb or beef, now elevated with onion and peppers for a vibrant, smoky, and flavorful twist. Perfect for braais (barbecues), these skewers bring rustic charm and bold taste to your table.  

Ingredients 
- 1 kg lamb or beef ( sirloin is best) cubes (approx. 2.2 lbs)  
- 2 medium onions, chopped for marinade (300 g / 10.5 oz)  
- 2 medium onions, cut into chunks for skewers (300 g / 10.5 oz)  
- 2 bell peppers (red and green), cut into chunks (400 g / 14 oz)  
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (15 g / 0.5 oz)  
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (30 ml / 1 fl oz)  
- 2 tbsp apricot jam (40 g / 1.4 oz)  
- 2 tbsp vinegar (30 ml / 1 fl oz)  
- 2 tbsp curry powder (20 g / 0.7 oz)  
- 1 tbsp ground coriander (10 g / 0.35 oz)  
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (12 g / 0.4 oz)  
- 1 tsp salt (5 g / 0.18 oz)  
- 1 tsp black pepper (5 g / 0.18 oz)  
- 12 dried apricots (150 g / 5.3 oz)  
- 12 skewers (wooden or metal)  

Prep & Cooking Times
- Prep time: 25 minutes (plus 4–6 hours marinating)  
- Cooking time: 15–20 minutes  
- Total time: 40–45 minutes active, plus marinating  

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
1. Prepare the marinade: Mix oil, vinegar, apricot jam, curry powder, coriander, garlic, chopped onions, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.  
2. Marinate the meat: Add lamb or beef cubes, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for 4–6 hours (overnight for best flavor).  
3. Soak skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes.  
4. Assemble sosaties: Thread marinated meat cubes alternately with dried apricots, onion chunks, and bell pepper pieces.  
5. Grill: Cook skewers over medium-hot coals or grill for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally until meat is charred outside and tender inside.  
6. Serve: Enjoy hot with rice, pap (maize porridge), or fresh bread.  

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx. 1 skewer)
- Calories: 300 kcal  
- Protein: 23 g  
- Fat: 15 g  
- Carbohydrates: 20 g  
- Fiber: 3 g  
- Sugar: 11 g  

Dietary Tags
- High-protein  
- Dairy-free  
- Nut-free  
- Contains meat (non-vegetarian)  

Allergen Information
- Contains sulfites (from vinegar)  
- Curry powder may contain traces of gluten depending on brand  
- Apricot jam may contain preservatives  

Helpful Cooking Tips
- Use colorful peppers (red, yellow, green) for a visually striking presentation.  
- Cut onions and peppers into similar-sized chunks to ensure even cooking.  
- Brush skewers with leftover marinade during grilling for extra juiciness.  
- Keep grill medium-hot to avoid burning the peppers while ensuring meat cooks through.  
- Pair with a fresh tomato salsa or chutney for balance.