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Biltong is cured, not cooked, which means most people assume it basically looks after itself. That assumption is where things start going wrong. Humidity, air exposure, and temperature shifts can still cause mould, texture changes, and flavour loss, often faster than you’d expect, especially in summer. This guide walks through the most common biltong mistakes,

Biltong is cured, not cooked, which means most people assume it basically looks after itself. That assumption is where things start going wrong. Humidity, air exposure, and temperature shifts can still cause mould, texture changes, and flavour loss, often faster than you’d expect, especially in a New Zealand summer. This guide covers every storage method

Today I want to share something I’ve enjoyed learning myself-how to make biltong at home. If you’ve tasted biltong before, you already know why it’s so popular. It’s rich, satisfying, and makes a perfect snack. If you’ve never tried making it yourself, this guide is here to help you begin. I’ll take you through the

I have always loved food that carries a story. For me, biltong is one of those foods. It’s not only a snack, but a tradition, a reminder of gatherings, and a taste that connects us to something simple yet meaningful. Over time, I realised that buying biltong from shops didn’t always give me the same

I remember when I first started making biltong at home, I thought it would be as simple as seasoning the meat and waiting for it to dry. But, like many others, I quickly found there were a few challenges along the way. Some batches came out too tough, others were too salty, and sometimes I

Did you know that the humble biltong slicer has its roots in a completely different tool? It all started in England, where cast iron and die-cast aluminium bean slicers were used in kitchens to slice runner beans before freezing or pickling. These early hand-cranked devices—like the one made by Armstrong & Co in the 1930s—were

When it comes to making authentic biltong, one detail stands out above the rest: yellow fat. South Africans know it well, and expats around the world—from the UK to New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Argentina, Dubai, and even Texas in the USA—still ask their butchers for it. What Is Yellow Fat? Yellow fat is a natural

The journey to creating exceptional biltong begins long before the spices are mixed or the drying begins. At Kalahari Khabu, we have spent decades perfecting the art of biltong preparation, and we can confidently say that selecting the right biltong meat is perhaps the most crucial step in the entire process.What Is Beef Biltong? Before