In South Africa, load shedding has become a running joke, but it is not really humorous. Here are a few load-shedding-friendly lunch alternatives.
FIVE BANGING LOAD SHEDDING LUNCH IDEAS
SALAD OF RED HEIRLOOM POTATOES
Before Eskom cuts you off, parboil your potatoes and enjoy the rest of your salad at your leisure. You only need red onions, mayonnaise, capers, lemon juice, and any other ingredients you consider important for a potato salad. Vinaigrettes are also simple to make if you want to stick to a traditional green salad and risk ruining your white shirt.
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PANZANELLA
The fact that Christmas in South Africa takes place during the height of summer makes load shedding somewhat more tolerable. Especially when it is 32 degrees outside, cold soups and salads are the greatest. There is no greater salad for bread and tomato lovers than panzanella. It’s also really simple to prepare; all you need are high-quality tomatoes and stale ciabatta or sourdough bread. Toasting bread squares in the oven before to load shedding is the sole preparation that will be necessary.
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CAUTIONARY STEM BROCCOLI
If you have a gas stove, you can blanch broccoli florets in boiling water over a gas burner. If not, blanch them while the power is still on and place them in icy water to stop the cooking process. The remainder of the salad can then be prepared at a later time and seasoned with sesame seeds and sesame oil for a great Asian twist.
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BRAAI
This is not exactly a ground-breaking idea, but it certainly meets several criteria. If you’re fortunate enough to have an outside area with a braai, toss a sirloin steak on it and slice it to be served with a great pepper sauce or on its own; just remember to let it rest after cooking or put a capable braai-master in charge, and you’ll be set. What could be better than a Weber-grilled chicken? Not a lot of things.
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COTTAGE CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE
The fantastic thing about cheeseboards is that they can contain virtually anything. A traditional savory cheeseboard will include cheese, charcuterie, nuts, and bread, but there is nothing preventing you from adding figs, grapes, and chocolate. To transform your cheeseboard into a dessert, all you need are premium ingredients and a creative touch. Electricity is not an absolute necessity.
GENERAL LOAD SHEDDING LUNCH NOTES
In the summer, chilled soups and salads are the absolute finest. Consider these options as they are relatively healthful, weather-appropriate, and economical.
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