South African Barbecued Ostrich

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Eathorne C. | January 2nd, 2024

Recipe of South Africa

Ingredients:

Qty	Unit	Ingredient
2	teaspoons	Salt	Salt Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning. Above and beyond its basic uses, table Read more...
1	teaspoon	Black Pepper	Black Pepper Black pepper, pronounced 'blak PEH-per', is made from peppercorns that are dried and then ground into a fine powder. It's one of the most commonly used spices, known for its sharp, slightly spicy Read more...
2	teaspoons	Dry Mustard
3	ounce	Ostrich Steaks » x 6
1	clove	Garlic » chopped	Garlic Garlic is a mighty ingredient that adds depth and flavor to a wide range of dishes. Whether you're tossing it into a pasta sauce, roasting it to spread on bread, or using it Read more...
1/2	cup	Vinegar » or lemon juice	Vinegar 5% table vinegar is a common, versatile vinegar with a mild acidic taste used in cooking, cleaning, and preserving. It lasts indefinitely if stored properly and is found in the condiment aisle in Read more...
1	teaspoon	Lemon Zest » grated
2	teaspoons	Sugar	Sugar Sugar is a sweet substance that comes from plants like sugarcane and sugar beets. It's used to add sweetness to food and drinks, like coffee, tea, and desserts. There are different types of sugar, Read more...
1/2	cup	Vegetable Oil	Vegetable Oil Vegetable oil, pronounced 'VEJ-tuh-buhl oil', is a staple in many kitchens, made from the extraction or chemical treatment of seeds and other plant parts. It's a neutral-flavored oil used for cooking, frying, and Read more...

Prep Time	Process Time	Overall Time
20 Minutes	4 Hours	4 hours 20 minutes

Directions:

1. In a bowl, mix salt, pepper, and dry mustard.

2. Rub the mixture into the ostrich steaks and place them in a dish.

3. In another bowl, combine chopped garlic, vinegar (or lemon juice), grated lemon zest, sugar, and vegetable oil.

4. Pour the marinade over the ostrich steaks and let them marinate for 4 hours, turning every hour.

5. Grill the steaks on a barbecue or stove-top grill to your desired doneness, basting with the marinade while cooking.

Submitted by Eathorne C. | January 2nd, 2024 See all of Eathorne C.'s Recipes.

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@Talia S. \| July 9th, 2024
Nice recipe! The marinade infuses the ostrich with amazing flavor. A must-try for any adventurous eater! I gave it a 3

@Mary H. \| June 21st, 2024
Good recipe overall, but I found the marinade a bit too acidic for my taste. I gave it a 2

@Nathan S. \| May 9th, 2024
Decent recipe, but the ostrich meat can be tricky to cook for beginners. Make sure to watch the grill closely. I gave it a 3

@Thabo M. \| February 9th, 2024
Everyone can impress their guests. I love this recipe, it's big and does a lot. I gave it a 4

@Eathorne C. \| January 2nd, 2024
Ostrich can be cooked to your desired doneness, as you would cook your Beef. I gave it a 5