Waterblommetjiebredie
South African stew
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Waterblommetjiebredie/ˌvɑːtərˌblɔmikiˈbrɪədi/ is a traditional South African stew. The name comes from the Afrikaans language, literally meaninig "stew of little water flowers." It is made of meat, typically lamb, stewed together with waterblommetjies (Aponogeton distachyos),[1] which are found in the dams and marshes of the Western Cape of South Africa.[2] The buds of Aponogeton distachyos are usually ready to be picked in the southern midwinter months of July and August, leading to their use in winter stews such as waterblommetjiebredie.
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| Type | Stew |
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| Place of origin | South Africa |
| Region or state | Western Cape |
| Main ingredients | Meat (typically lamb), Aponogeton distachyos flowers |
The taste of the stew has been described as much like stewed green beans.[3] Waterblommetjiebredie is a local delicacy in South Africa.[1]
History
Recipes
The typical main ingredients of waterblommetjiebredie:[6][7][8]
- lamb or mutton
- waterblommetjies
- Cape sorrel (surings in Afrikaans)
- onions
- potatoes
- salt and pepper
