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Lamb massaman curry

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Beef massaman curry

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Spicy apple, carrot and cucumber salad

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Cauliflower massaman curry

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Strawberry rice paper rolls

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The 10 most-viewed recipes on TASTE in May 2026

TASTE — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:17:35 +0000

10. Oxtail stew

It may be autumn, but there have already been some bitingly cold days across the country. So it’s no wonder you all searched for one of the most warming, comforting dishes there is – oxtail stew! This version by Mogau Seshoene, a.k.a. The Lazy Makoti is the most popular oxtail recipe on our site. We didn’t even post this recipe, yet you still found it and viewed it so many times it made this most-viewed recipes list!

Oxtail stew recipe

9. Picanha steak tataki

If you needed a fresh, flavourful appetiser in May, you found it in this easy recipe. Lightly seared picanha steak is dressed in an incredible Asian-style sauce that’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Developed by Marcelle van Rooyen, this recipe could not be easier to make, and it is still so impressive.

Picanha steak tataki recipe

ALSO READ: Top 10 recipes you loved the most in April 2026

8. Three-cheese cabbage bake

What do you get when you combine a social media trend with one of the world’s most beloved ingredients? Happiness on a plate! This three-cheese cabbage bake by Jacqueline Burgess, definitely evokes happiness. It’s such a great way to elevate the humble cabbage, which is really having a moment right now.

Three-cheese cabbage bake recipe

7. Chicken akni

Whether you made this for Eid al-Adha, a special occasion or just because you needed something comforting, we’re sure Fatima Sydow’s chicken akni hit the spot. Not only is it a family recipe, it’s one that honours Fatima’s legacy as a beloved cook.

Chicken akni recipe

ALSO READ: The 10 most popular recipes in March 2026

6. Atchar fried rice

To celebrate Africa month, we teamed up with Kenneth Tebogo Middleton. He visited the TASTE studio and shared recipes from his new cookbook, Paradise: For Those Who Live to Eat. He upped the ante on a classic by using atchar to boost the flavours. To quote one of the commentators on this recipe, “This is genius ”. P.S. Look out for another recipe from Kenneth on this most-viewed recipes list.

Atchar fried rice recipe

5. One-pot chicken and rice

Low effort, budget-friendly, big flavour and minimal dishes? Clem Pedro knocked it out of the park with this one. It’s easily customisable as well. No wonder you loved this recipe when we posted it.

One-pot chicken and rice recipe

4. Fish biryani

When we asked Fehmz what she wanted to make for Eid al-Adha, this fish biryani was at the top of her list. She even went to a Woolies’ fishmonger to have her fish cut perfectly. This one got people talking – from praising the dish to making their own additions, many people were excited to try it and make it their own.

Fish biryani recipe

3. Chocolate Brigadeiro cake

Is it even Eid without a decadent dessert? Fehmz’s dessert of choice for this year was this amazing Brigadeiro cake. Brigadeiro is a traditional Brazilian dessert, and she used the ingredients to make a sauce in which to drench the cake. To make it even more indulgent, it’s topped with whipped cream and Chuckles!

Chocolate Brigadeiro cake recipe

ALSO READ: 10 most-viewed recipes in January 2026

2. Banana fat cakes

Kenneth’s second entry took second place! This time, he created a vetkoek-and-banana bread mash-up to make this masterpiece. Kenneth rates it 100/100 and we wholeheartedly agree!

Banana fat cakes recipe

1. Apricot chicken wings with ginger-biscuit dukkah

This recipe by Khanya Mzongwana got 1.5 million views on TikTok alone! It’s a recipe she made in honour of her mom for Mother’s Day, and she even created ginger-biscuit dukkah to make it even more special. You thought it was special too, and we hope your mom, or whoever you made it for, loved it!

Apricot chicken wings with ginger-biscuit dukkah recipe

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Top 10 recipes you loved the most in April 2026

TASTE — Tue, 05 May 2026 10:22:06 +0000

10. Banana loaf

There’s a reason this is a classic. It’s easy, it’s delicious, and it’s the best way to use up the bananas left behind in the fruit bowl. And Clem’s Pedro’s recipe is foolproof. Don’t believe us? Here’s what the comments say:

“I’ve made this loaf more times than I care to admit, and it has never flopped.” – Carina Havenga

“This is the easiest and best banana loaf recipe I have tried! I am making this our go-to recipe.” – Refilwe Galant

“Easy to make and the kids gobbled it up in no time. Very happy!” – Gail Head

Banana loaf recipe

9. Coffee chocolate crumble cake

From one cake to another. Mpho Phalane’s recipe is so easy, you don’t need a stand-mixer for it to come out perfectly. The almond crumble gives it an extra-special crunchy, biscuity finish. Mpho recommends serving it with ice cream.

Coffee chocolate crumble cake recipe

ALSO READ: The 10 most popular recipes in March 2026

8. Coffee pecan nut pie

A traditional pecan pie is good, but why settle for good when you can have great? Abigail Donnelly takes things up a notch by adding dark chocolate drops and coffee to give this pie a whole new flavour profile.

Coffee pecan nut pie recipe

7. Easy Peppermint Crisp tart

Hands up if Peppermint Crisp tart always makes an appearance at your special occasions! . There’s a reason this is a beloved pudding in SA, and we’re sure plenty of you made it for Easter or over one of the long weekends. Clem’s recipe uses just 5 ingredients and is served in a trifle bowl to make it feel like a showstopper.

Easy Peppermint Crisp tart recipe

6. Oven-fried smoked salmon fish cakes

In one of our newsletters, we asked: “Have you tried oven-fried fish cakes?” Clearly many of you hadn’t yet, because you flocked to this recipe by Tracy Klass. The technique is simple: a generous amount of oil is heated in a baking tray in the oven until sizzling, then you add the fish cakes and bake until crispy and golden.

Oven-fried smoked salmon fish cakes recipe

5. The fluffiest flapjacks

Making flapjacks is probably not a viable choice on a normal morning, but when you’re on holiday, you have time. And many of you used that time to whip a batch of Hannah Lewry’s fluffiest flapjacks. We’re sure they made the mornings sweeter!

The fluffiest flapjacks recipe

4. Three-cheese cabbage bake

We’re sure you’ve seen all it over social media, but cabbage is having a moment. We had to jump in and share one of our favourite cabbage recipes by Jacqueline Burgess. Caramelised cabbage is topped with a decadent cheese sauce and baked until bubbling. It’s an easy way to make this humble ingredient feel fancier.

Three-cheese cabbage bake recipe

ALSO READ: 8 innovative cabbage recipes

3. Easy beef stew

April may have been a chilled month, but it was also a chilly one. Autumn started creeping in, and with it came some colder days and rain in some parts of the country. We shared one of the most comforting dishes to combat the weather: Khanya Mzongwana’s beef stew. You clearly needed it because it’s the third most popular recipe in this top 10 list!

Easy beef stew recipe

2. 5-ingredient microwave fudge

How do you add some pizzazz to an old-school fudge recipe? You add Chuckles! Whether you’re craving a sweet treat or want something simple for the little ones to make, this recipe by Keletso Motau is a winner.

5-ingredient microwave fudge recipe

ALSO READ: 10 most-viewed recipes in January 2026

1. Herby slow-cooked lamb shoulder with preserved lemon

It may have been early in the month, but Easter was a big part of April. And at Easter, we eat lamb. Mpho’s herby slow-cooked lamb shoulder with preserved lemon, to be exact. She shared her fall-of-the-bone, deeply aromatic recipe. No wonder so many of you tried it!

Herby slow-cooked lamb shoulder with preserved lemon recipe

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The 10 most popular recipes in March 2026

TASTE — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:43:05 +0000

10. Lemon drizzle cake

We knew that sweet treats would be top of mind this month, so we posted a round-up of the best 5 cakes according to you. This cake was on this list. Spoiler alert: it’s not the only cake from that article to make an appearance here. Citrus cake was the main theme, but we opted for Mogau Seshoene, a.k.a. The Lazy Makoti’s lemon drizzle cake as an example. Clearly it was the right choice, as you flocked to the recipe.

Lemon drizzle cake recipe

9. Nokx Majozi’s lamb curry pie

When chef Nokx Majozi took a break from her residency at top restaurant Fallow in London and came to Cape Town, we nabbed her to show you what she does best: make pies! And this one is extra special. The filling is a take on her mom’s lamb curry recipe, plus everything is made from scratch! There’s so much to learn here. You could just make the shortcrust pastry for your own nostalgic fillings. You could make the lamb curry and enjoy it as is. You could make the pomegranate-and-tomato salad and enjoy it as a side at your next dinner party. Or you could be bold and make the whole recipe!

Nokx Majozi’s lamb curry pie recipe

8. Moist chocolate cake with coconut ganache and white chocolate cream-cheese filling

We didn’t have to wait long for the second cake from our round-up to make an appearance. And of course, chocolate got more views than citrus! This cake by Abigail Donnelly is a sure-fire hit – just read the name of the recipe to see why. Any of the elements sounds amazing on its own but when you put them together, you create heavenly cake magic.

Moist chocolate cake with coconut ganache and white chocolate cream-cheese filling recipe

7. Orange-infused milk tartlets

Who doesn’t love a milk tart? These ones by Fayruza Abrahams are extra special. First, as the name suggests, they’re an orange-infused version. Second, Fayruza made these milk tartlets to share as gifts during Ramadan. Third, they have brûléed tops! This is optional, but definitely worth it. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or as edible gifts, these little tarts will definitely put a smile on your guests’ faces.

Orange-infused milk tartlets recipe

6. Pickled fish mom’s way

We can always tell Easter is around the corner when one of our pickled fish recipes gets a lot of attention without us even posting it. This year, Khanya Mzongwana’s recipe was the one you turned to. This is her mom’s recipe and was passed down through her family, ensuring a delicious piece of heritage is present at every Easter celebration.

Pickled Fish mom’s way recipe

5. The greatest tuna-cheese toastie

We know. Claiming a cheese toastie is “the greatest” is pretty bold. But Bonnie Chung has the goods to back up this claim, namely, her Miso Tasty white miso paste. The British entrepreneur came to the TASTE kitchen to showcase her Miso Tasty products, which are now available in Woolworths, and her new cookbook, aptly titled MISO. One of the recipes she shared was this tuna-cheese toastie, and many of you were curious about why it’s been dubbed the greatest. We hope it lived up to the hype!

The greatest tuna cheese toastie recipe

4. Phyllo ice-cream cake

Eid definitely needs a show-stopping dessert, and Fehmz pulled out all the stops when she created this beauty. She got the idea to make this ice-cream cake from one of the most beloved Eid sweet treats: baklava. More specifically, phyllo. It’s an ingredient Fehmz always reaches for at Eid, and she wondered what else she could make using it. Enter this beauty.

Phyllo ice cream cake recipe

3. Milk tart malva pudding

Tell me you’re South African without telling me you’re South African. This recipe is it! We love posting this mash-up dessert by Keletso Motau because you love it every time! Case in point, it made it to the third top spot on the list. We really can’t blame you, we’re just as obsessed with this one.

Milk tart malva pudding recipe

2. Chicken kalya

This is how Fehmz describes this recipe: “Chicken kalya is not chicken curry’s bougier cousin, it’s chicken curry’s ROYAL cousin”. And that intro alone is enough to make us want to try it. Clearly, it worked on you, too! You clicked on this recipe so many times, it took silver in our most popular recipes of the month.

Chicken kalya recipe

1. Viral soup-dumpling lasagne

When things go viral, there’s no stopping them. This recipe may seem like an outlier among all the special occasion food on this list, but the viral soup-dumpling lasagne was all over the internet in March. Abigail Donnelly had to TASTE test the trend, but in true Abi fashion, she put her own spin on it and made the recipe a little easier. Clearly, it was a great addition to the algorithm.