Nyama Yekugocha — Print Recipe

Beef steaks and boerewors marinated and grilled over wood coals in the Zimbabwean braai tradition, the centerpiece of weekend social gatherings.

Ingredients

1 Light the braai fire at least forty-five minutes before cooking, allowing wood to burn down to hot white coals.
2 Mix oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.
3 Coat steaks with marinade and let rest at room temperature for thirty minutes.
4 Place steaks over hot coals and grill for four minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting to preference.
5 Coil boerewors onto the grill and cook for six minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
6 Rest meat for five minutes before serving on a large platter with salads and sadza.

Did You Know?

In Zimbabwe, the person who tends the braai fire is granted significant social status for the day and is not to be questioned on technique.