Local Snoek Braai Recipe
Few fish are as closely tied to the Cape coastline as snoek. For generations it has been a favourite on the braai, prized for its rich flavour, firm texture, and the way it absorbs simple marinades over open coals.
Right now you can get Fresh Ocean Frozen Snoek for only R290 per fish at the Hooked on Africa Fresh Fish Market.
Each fish averages around 3 kg, making it perfect for feeding family and friends at a weekend braai. Snoek freezes exceptionally well when it is frozen straight from the ocean catch, locking in freshness and flavour until you are ready to cook it.
Whether you enjoy it simply grilled with salt and lemon, or glazed with classic Cape braai flavours like apricot jam, snoek is one of the most rewarding fish to cook over coals.
And there are few better places to buy it than Hout Bay Harbour, where the fishing tradition runs deep and the catch comes straight from the cold Atlantic waters.
Why Snoek is Perfect for the Braai
Snoek has a naturally oily flesh that stays moist when grilled over open flames. This makes it forgiving to cook and ideal for braai cooking where the heat can be intense.
A single 3 kg snoek can easily feed 4–6 people, especially when served with traditional braai sides such as:
- Braaibroodjies
- Potato salad
- Fresh lemon wedges
- Apricot glaze or garlic butter
Cooked properly, the skin crisps beautifully while the meat stays soft and smoky.
Delicious Snoek Braai Recipe – Classic Cape Snoek with Apricot Glaze
This is the most traditional way to braai snoek in the Western Cape.
Ingredients
- 1 whole snoek (butterflied)
- 3 tbsp apricot jam
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- Salt and black pepper
Method
- Braai the snoek skin side down first over medium coals.
- Melt the butter, apricot jam, lemon juice and garlic together.
- After about 8 minutes, turn the fish and brush generously with the glaze.
- Braai another 5–7 minutes until the flesh flakes easily.
- Serve with lemon wedges and fresh bread.
Get yours before our stock swims away! Available now at Hooked on Africa Fresh Fish Market – Hout Bay Harbour
