Two delicious lamb braais to try this summer (including a potjie!)

By Jeanne Calitz, 20 October 2026

A potjie and espetadas! Discover delicious lamb recipes that will up your summer braai game.

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Nothing says summer is on its way like making braai plans. And what could be more South African than adding some home-grown lamb to the grid? If you’re looking for inspiration, look no further because Clem Pedro recently got his hands on some flavourful lamb and had what can only be described as loads of fun around the coals.

If you’ve been meaning to try your hand at a potjie, here's your chance. Clem uses pre-seasoned lamb knuckles from Woolies and turns them into a simple but spectacular potjie, which he serves with creamy Parmesan samp and beans.

1. Easy lamb knuckle potjie with creamy Parmesan samp and beans

Rich, tender and deeply flavourful, the secret to this potjie is Woolworths’ free-range lamb shanks and knuckles. Served with creamy Parmesan samp and beans, it’s a total crowdpleaser.

Lamb potjie

Easy lamb knuckle potjie with creamy Parmesan samp and beans

You know why we want lamb bones in the potjie, right? Because the bones release a rich, deep flavour into the broth. And because you’re cooking the knuckles for quite some time, the meat has time to become meltingly soft.

Then, for something with a bit of flair, you're definitely going to want to try Clem’s way with Woolies’ marinated lamb espetadas.

Made with deboned lamb (which means the meat is about as soft as you can get), the espetada is seasoned in a delicious marinade with a clean, fresh flavour profile. Aside from grilling it according to the package instructions, there’s really not much for you to worry about.

Serve it, as Clem does, with Woolies' amagwinya and tzatziki and add a quick carrot pickle and you’ve got all the makings of an unforgettable feast.

2. Lamb espetada amagwinya with tzatziki and quick carrot pickle

Deliciously messy, these lamb espetada amagwinya with tzatziki and carrot pickle marry traditional South African favourites with unexpected flavours for an unforgettable braai dish.

Lamb amagwinya

Lamb espetada amagwinya with tzatziki and quick carrot pickle

Deliciously messy, these lamb espetada amagwinya with tzatziki and carrot pickle marry traditional South African favourites with unexpected flavours for an unforgettable braai dish.

Lamb espetada amagwinya with tzatziki and quick carrot pickle

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Production and food styling: Bianca Jones

Videography: Kaylene Sauls

Photography: Shavan Rahim

Woolworths free-range lamb shanks and knuckles are specially selected for flavour, while the deboned leg of lamb espetadas have a fresh, light seasoning making them versatile and easy to cook. Keen to add more lamb to your braai plans this summer? Shop these and more from Woolworths' lamb range.

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Jeanne Calitz

Article by Jeanne Calitz

Jeanne Calitz is a freelance lifestyle writer based in Kommetjie, Cape Town. She's a voracious reader and a fan of hyper-seasonal cooking and well-made cocktails (spicy palomas forever!) When not writing, you'll find her busy in the garden or walking the family's two Schnauzers, awestruck by the fact that she gets to live near the ocean.
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