If you are planning to watch the match between the Springboks and the All Blacks, you can prepare various snacks to delight your guests. Among the suggested dishes are crispy mashed potatoes with garlic dip, homemade samosa, and savory taco cones with chicken.
Crispy Mashed Potatoes with Creamy Garlic Dip
To prepare this dish, you will need 500 grams of small potatoes, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of dried mixed herbs, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, as well as fresh parsley for garnish.
For the Dip:
The dip consists of half a cup of plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, 1 thinly grated clove of garlic, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, as well as salt and black pepper to taste.
Homemade Samosa
These easy-to-make samosas will surely please your guests. For the dough, you need 500 grams of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of oil, 300–350 ml of water (the amount is adjusted as needed), as well as regular flour and oil for greasing.
First, mix the flour, salt, and oil in a large bowl until it resembles crumbs. Then, gradually add the water and knead until you have a smooth, firm dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for half an hour. After that, divide the dough into 16 equal parts, about 50 grams each, and roll them into circles. Lightly brush each circle with oil, ensuring the oil covers the edges, and then sprinkle with flour. Stack four circles on top of each other, placing the fourth circle oil-side down.
If you are making homemade layers for the first time, start by stacking only two circles to master the technique. Gently stretch the stacked dough with your fingers, and then roll it out into a rectangle measuring approximately 23 by 25 cm. Roll gently so that the layers remain separate. Cook on a large griddle or pan over low heat. As soon as bubbles appear, flip and cook briefly until the raw spots disappear. Avoid overcooking or browning. While the layers are warm, separate them and store them wrapped in a damp kitchen towel. Trim the edges and cut each layer into three strips. This recipe yields about 48 samosa layers. Pack them well in plastic wrap before placing them in a freezer bag, and freeze until use.
Asian Chicken Cones
For these cones, take 2 chicken breasts, sliced. One cup of oil is required for deep frying, and for marinating the chicken, use 1 tablespoon of paprika, salt, and pepper, along with 2 tablespoons of oil to rub the chicken and flour for coating.
For the Sauce:
The sauce is made from one cup of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, ¼ cup of tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, ½ teaspoon of chili flakes, and 2 tortillas cut into 4 pieces for easy eating.
For the Cone:
Ingredients include ½ slice of red onion, fresh cilantro, cherry tomatoes cut in half, a mixture of mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce, and sesame seeds for garnish.
Marinate the chicken with a mixture of salt, pepper, paprika, and oil, then coat it in flour and fry it in the deep fryer. Place it on paper towels to remove excess oil. Separately, prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, tomato sauce, and honey, and coat the chicken with this mixture. Mix the mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce. Next, assemble the cone: place the sweet chili-mayonnaise on the tortilla, then add fresh cilantro, chicken, onion, and tomato, after which roll it into a cone. Sprinkle the chicken with sesame seeds, place it on a plate, and serve.
The author notes that there are many other simple recipes available to keep guests happy regardless of the score, including crispy potato nuggets and peri-peri marinade for spicy barbecue.
