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Krummelpap with Smoor and Boerewors
Recipe by
Christo Lochenberg
Published 14 November 2025
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Ingredients
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- For Krummelpap:
- 500ml (2 cups) Coarse maize meal
- 750ml (3 cups) Cold water
- 5ml (1 tsp) Salt
- For Smoor:
- 30ml (2 tbsp) Oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3-4 ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped (or 1 can (410g) chopped tomatoes)
- 1 green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped (optional, for heat)
- 5ml (1 tsp) Curry powder (optional, mild)
- 5ml (1 tsp) Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish, optional)
- For Boerewors:
- 1 coil Boerewors (approx. 500g)
About This Recipe
A classic combination and a staple at any South African braai. Crumbly maize meal porridge served with a rich, tangy tomato and onion relish (smoor) and grilled boerewors. It's a truly comforting and hearty meal.
Preparation Instructions
- Make Krummelpap: Bring water and salt to a rolling boil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Gradually sprinkle in the coarse maize meal, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or fork until it forms coarse crumbs. Reduce heat to very low, cover, and steam undisturbed for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally with a fork to maintain crumbly texture.
- Make Smoor: Heat oil in a pot or frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until soft and translucent, but not browned (about 5-7 minutes). Add the chopped tomatoes and green chilli (if using). Bring to a simmer. Stir in the curry powder (if using) and sugar (if using). Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes have broken down and the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Cook Boerewors: Grill the boerewors over medium coals (or pan-fry) until cooked through and nicely browned on all sides. Be careful not to burst the casing.
- Serve: Serve hot krummelpap, topped with generous spoonfuls of smoor, and a portion of boerewors.
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