Boerewors Roll

Name: Boerewors Roll
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Namibian
Ingredients: 4 beef boerewors sausages; 4 long soft bread rolls; 4 tbsp tomato relish or chakalaka; 2 tbsp whole grain mustard; Sliced onion rings for topping

Boerewors Roll (BOO-reh-vors rohl)

Farmer Sausage Roll

⏱ Prep Time 15 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 474 kcal

A grilled coil of spiced beef sausage nestled in a soft white roll, topped with tomato relish and mustard — Namibia's ultimate street food.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 24.0g

Carbs 36.0g

Fat 26.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten

Equipment Needed

braai grill or pan tongs

Presentation Guide

Vessel: paper napkin

Garnishes: onion rings, mustard drizzle

Accompaniments: chips, cold drink

Ingredients

4 beef boerewors sausages
4 long soft bread rolls
4 tbsp tomato relish or chakalaka
2 tbsp whole grain mustard
Sliced onion rings for topping

Instructions

1
Grill boerewors over medium coals or in a pan for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
2
Split bread rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
3
Place a boerewors sausage into each roll.
4
Top with tomato relish, mustard, and onion rings. Serve immediately.

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Did You Know?

At rugby matches in Windhoek, the smell of boerewors rolls grilling is as much a part of the experience as the game itself.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

braai grill or pan
tongs

Garnishing

onion rings, mustard drizzle

Accompaniments

chips, cold drink

The Story Behind Boerewors Roll

Boerewors (farmer's sausage) was brought to Namibia by Afrikaner settlers. The beef version became standard in Namibia, and the boerewors roll became the country's favourite quick meal at events, braais, and roadside stops.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed braai, sporting events, street food 📜 Origins: Southern African Afrikaner tradition

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