How long can I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, the flavors develop beautifully if made a day in advance and reheated gently.

Can I substitute waterblommetjies?

Green beans can be used as a substitute if waterblommetjies are unavailable.

Is this dish freezer-friendly?

Yes, freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months.

How do I reheat the stew?

Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of stock or water if needed to loosen the consistency.

Roasted South African Waterblommetjie Stew with Lamb and Potatoes

Name: Roasted South African Waterblommetjie Stew with Lamb and Potatoes
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 kg lamb shoulder; 3 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp ground coriander; 1 tsp cumin; Salt and pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 large onion; 2 large tomatoes; 1 1/2 cups lamb stock; 500 g potatoes; 300 g waterblommetjies; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp ginger; 2 bay leaves; Fresh parsley; Lemon wedges

A Traditional Cape Malay Delight

A hearty and savory stew featuring the unique flavors of waterblommetjie, succulent lamb, and tender potatoes.

3 h
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinated Lamb

1 kg lamb shoulder

cubed

3 cloves garlic

minced

1 tbsp ground coriander

1 tsp cumin

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Stew Base

2 tbsp olive oil

1 large onion

chopped

2 large tomatoes

chopped

1 1/2 cups lamb stock

500 g potatoes

cubed

300 g waterblommetjies

cleaned

For the Spice Mix

1 tsp turmeric

1 tsp ginger

grated

2 bay leaves

For Garnishing

Fresh parsley

chopped

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Marinating the Lamb

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine lamb cubes, garlic, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Toss to Coat

Toss until all the lamb pieces are evenly coated.

Chill

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Preparing the Vegetables

Chop and Cube

Chop the onion and tomatoes; cube the potatoes.

Use baby potatoes to save time on peeling.

Clean Waterblommetjies

Clean the waterblommetjies thoroughly under cold water.

Ensure the waterblommetjies are thoroughly cleaned to remove all grit.

Assemble Spice Mix

Assemble the spice mix with turmeric, ginger, and bay leaves.

Cooking Process

Sauté the Onions

Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onions until golden brown.

Brown the Lamb

Add marinated lamb to the pot and brown on all sides.

Brown lamb for 10 minutes on medium-high heat.

Build the Stew

Add tomatoes, spice mix, lamb stock, potatoes, and waterblommetjies, then simmer.

Simmer for 2 hours on low heat.

Plating & Serving