What is a braai in Australia?
What is a braai in Australia?
‘Braai’ is Afrikaans for ‘barbeque’ or ‘roast’ and, similar to what the barbie is to Australians, as well as being a delicious meal, is it’s an important social custom in South Africa that lasts long after the meat has been cooked and devoured.
What is braai called in America?
barbeque
“A braai… is a uniquely South African social gathering around food that it roasted on an open fire,” he said. “Americans sometimes display similar behavior, calling it a ‘barbeque,’ but it’s not quite the same thing.”
Can you braai with wood in Australia?
We have been told that in some states you cannot Braai or BBQ with wood but it is ok to use charcoal or briquettes during fire danger season so please confirm with your local fire services what you can and can’t do in your backyard when it comes to lighting a fire.
What is the difference between a braai and a grill?
A braai revolves around the fire, and the food. The food is cooked on (as the name of the gathering would suggest) a braai, which is basically a grill. But you won’t find gas on this grill! A major difference between the two types of Cooking is that South African’s use wood or briquettes (charcoal) when they braai.
What is BBQ called in Australia?
In Australia, barbecuing is a popular summer pastime, often referred to as a “barbie”. Traditional meats cooked are lamb chops, beef steak, and sausages (colloquially known as “snags”).
What wood should you not braai with?
Soft wood like Pine, Fir or Cypress are soft woods that burn fast, does not form many coals and causes a lot of smoke and soot. If you are using a fireplace or chimney, you may want to avoid wood that is prone to producing soot.
Can you braai with wattle?
Thick pieces of wattle are great for hotter and longer fires, especially for a braai and the more thin pieces can be used to make a big flame, for something like a bonfire. Black wattle is also excellent wood for pizza ovens, potjies and fireplaces.
Is braai a BBQ?
A traditional Braai is much like a barbeque – the food is cooked in a similar way although some use wood as fuel while others use charcoal & briquettes. The food that is cooked on a braai, along with the social aspect of the event are the major differences between a BBQ and a Braai.
What meat can I braai?
What to Braai
- Pork Chops. Pork is a thin, lean meat that cooks fairly quickly and can dry out as quickly.
- Lamb Chops. Lamb chops over a fire.
- Chicken.
- Sausages and Sosaties.
- Ribs and Rashers.
- The Ultimate Steak.
What is built in braai?
Built In Braai / BBQ Braai is South African for BBQ and they take their outdoor BBQs just as seriously as we do in Australia. They even have a Braai public holiday similar to Australia Day where friends get together and have a good old fashioned outdoor barbecue.
What is the freestanding braai / BBQ range?
Our Freestanding Braai / BBQ range is ideal for cluster developments or as basic Braai / BBQ facility. Included in our Freestanding range are smaller Braai / BBQ units that are designed for mobility, convenience and functionality. We also have a range of Braai / BBQ accessories to enhance your cooking experience!
What are the different types of Braai / BBQ accessories?
We also have a range of Braai / BBQ accessories to enhance your cooking experience! Some of these accessories include: Stainless Steel grids, Potjies pots (Camp Oven Pots), Pizza oven / bread oven, rotisseries, steak plates, and more… WHY IS A BRAAI SO MUCH BETTER?
What do you cook on a braai?
Sizzling juicy steaks, roast chickens, grilled fish, plain or sweet potatoes in foil, freshly baked bread, pizza, potjie (camp oven), or just relaxing with your friends around a crackling fire. A Braai does it all!
