{"id":417,"date":"2025-06-16T23:00:04","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T23:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/?p=417"},"modified":"2026-05-19T04:02:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T04:02:49","slug":"winter-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/2025\/06\/16\/winter-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Winter recipe<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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T<\/span>o<\/span> w<\/span>a<\/span>r<\/span>m<\/span> y<\/span>o<\/span>u<\/span>r<\/span> h<\/span>e<\/span>a<\/span>r<\/span>t<\/span> a<\/span>n<\/span>d<\/span> h<\/span>o<\/span>m<\/span>e<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/h4>\n <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

As the cold sets in, there\u2019s something comforting about gathering around a hearty, home-cooked meal. For this winter edition of XXplore<\/em>, we\u2019re sharing two favourites guaranteed to bring warmth and flavour to your kitchen. Enjoy the homestyle goodness of a proudly South African classic - Amadombolo with braised oxtail and end on a sweet note with a familiar favourite that comes with a twist: warm chocolate malva pudding.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Did you know?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Amadombolo, also known as dumplings, are a much-loved staple in South African homes. Traditionally steamed rather than baked, they\u2019re soft, fluffy, and ideal for one-pot cooking. In this recipe, they\u2019re perfect for soaking up the rich, meaty, slow-cooked oxtail stew - a dish that\u2019s not only comforting but also packed with nutritional value. The oxtail is rich in high-quality protein, iron, and collagen, while the dumplings offer a great source of energy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Amadombolo with braised oxtail (View recipe)<\/h5>

Ingredients<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Amadombolo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n