Edition May 2026

Boerewors, South Africa’s beloved coarsely ground sausage, is most often associated with the sizzle of a grill or the gentle char of open flame. But its versatility extends far beyond the braai. Traditionally made with roughly 90% meat and a carefully balanced fat content for richness and flavour, boerewors brings depth and comfort to a wide range of dishes.

In celebration of Africa Month, Chef Kholofelo Leyfort Mogane shares a hearty twist on the classic: Boerewors Stew with Royco Pasta Bolognaise. The dish transforms familiar pantry flavours into something deeply savoury and satisfying.

Quick to prepare yet full of character, the recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, with a further 30 minutes of cooking time, and serves up to five people – ideal for an easy weeknight meal with a celebratory touch.

Ingredients:

⦿ 1 kg spicy boerewors
⦿ 15 ml (1 tablespoon) turmeric
⦿ 15 ml (1 tablespoon) black pepper
⦿ 15 ml (1 tablespoon) dried parsley.
⦿ A handful of fresh dill, basil, and coriander, finely chopped
⦿ ½ red onion, diced
⦿ 1 packet Royco Pasta Bolognaise Dry Cook-in Sauce (250 g)
⦿ 60 ml (4 tablespoons) soy sauce
⦿ 250 ml water

Method:

⦿ In a large pan over low-medium heat, add the boerewors and fry for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown and the oil is released.
⦿ Add diced red onion and fry for a further two minutes.
⦿ Mix in the chopped dill, basil and coriander.
⦿ Add soy sauce and fry for two more minutes to build flavour.
⦿ Stir in the Royco Pasta Bolognaise Dry Cook-in Sauce and cook for six minutes, allowing the flavours to develop.
⦿ Pour in water, then season with dried parsley, black pepper and turmeric.
⦿ Stir everything together and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
⦿ Garnish with more fresh dill and coriander before serving.

Tips:

The stew is best served over rice or alongside creamy mashed potatoes, and pairs beautifully with a glass of red wine, which complements and lifts the rich, savoury sauce.

About the Chef

Chef Kholofelo Leyfort Mogane is the founder of Leyfort’s Kitchen, a proudly South African full-service catering company based in Midrand, Gauteng. After being retrenched from his corporate career in 2019, he turned his passion for food into a thriving business, drawing on his extensive experience in the food service and events management. Leyfort’s Kitchen caters to corporate functions, weddings, private celebrations and social gatherings, offering thoughtfully curated menus tailored to each client’s unique tastes. He holds an International Diploma in Culinary Arts from the Johannesburg Culinary and Pastry School.

For more information, 
contact: 0766208074 
or email: leyfort@theallans.co.za

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