Looking for easy dinner ideas that won’t take hours or drain your wallet? This Savory is quick to make, full of flavor, and perfect for weeknights. A smart way to save money on food while still eating something delicious.
How to do it
This Savory is one of the best budget meals you can make at home. Simple, fast, and made with ingredients you already have — ideal for beginners or anyone planning affordable family dinners. Let’s cook smarter, not harder.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups uncooked rice
- 500g dried beef (carne seca or cured beef)
- 200g sliced bacon
- 200g smoked sausage (like chorizo or boerewors-style)
- 1 large ripe tomato, chopped and seeded
- 1 large onion, chopped
- Crushed red pepper (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
Method:
Cook the dried beef in a pressure cooker until tender. Let it cool, then shred it well. Set aside.
Peel and dice the sausage and bacon into small cubes. Also chop the onion and tomato, removing the seeds. Set aside.
In a large pan, fry the bacon and sausage until golden and crispy.
Add the onion, tomato, crushed red pepper, and shredded beef. Sauté until everything is well combined and fragrant.
Stir in the rice, mix well to coat it with all the flavours. Add enough water to cook the rice, adjust the salt, and cook over low heat until the rice is done and the water has evaporated.
Once cooked, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Tip:
This dish is perfect for feeding a crowd and using up pantry staples. It’s rich, smoky, and incredibly satisfying — a South American favourite with flavours loved across South Africa too!
