🇳🇦 Namibian Cuisine

Roosterkoek

Grilled Bread Rolls

Prep Time 1 hour
Servings 8
Difficulty Easy
Calories 212 kcal

Dense, crusty bread rolls grilled directly over braai coals, yielding a smoky crust and soft interior perfect for soaking up stew and gravy.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Add water and oil, knead into a soft dough.
  2. 2 Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Divide into 8 balls, flatten slightly.
  4. 4 Grill over medium coals on a greased grid for 8-10 minutes per side until cooked through.
  5. 5 Split and serve with butter or alongside braai meat.

Did You Know?

Roosterkoek literally means "grill cake" and was invented by Voortrekker pioneers who baked bread over their campfires.