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The Great Gatsby Sandwich

Cultural Context

The Great Gatsby Sandwich hails from South Africa, particularly popular in Cape Town. Named after the extravagant parties depicted in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, this sandwich reflects the local culture's love for hearty, indulgent meals. Traditionally filled with boerewors and fried chicken, it has become a beloved street food, often enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations abound, with different meats and toppings, showcasing the creativity of South African cuisine.

South AfricanZAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1kg beef rump steak
3 onions
canola oil
½ tablespoon mild curry powder
½ tablespoon spicy curry powder
½ tablespoon onion powder
½ tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fine ginger
1 teaspoon fine cinnamon
½ tablespoon atchar masala
½ cup vinegar
¼ cup sugar
1,5kg chips
¼ cup salt
½ tablespoon fine cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne
½ tablespoon onion powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon celery salt
½ tablespoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons dried parsley
400g Hot mango atchar
750g mayonnaise

boerewors

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is lower in fat, while pork sausage is more affordable.

French fries

🥗Healthier: sweet potato fries

💰Cheaper: frozen fries

Sweet potato fries offer more nutrients, and frozen fries are budget-friendly.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt cuts calories while maintaining creaminess.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Prepare the masala steak sauce by mixing the spices and marinating the beef rump steak.

2

Flame-grill the marinated steak until medium rare.

3

Slice the onions and sauté them in canola oil until golden brown.

4

Cook the chips (thick cut french fries) until crispy and golden.

5

Prepare the hot and spicy mango atchar mayo by mixing the hot mango atchar with mayonnaise and vinegar.

6

Layer the grilled steak on a freshly-baked gatsby-style loaf.

7

Add a generous portion of crispy chips on top of the steak.

8

Drizzle the hot and spicy mango atchar mayo over the chips and steak.

9

Serve immediately, ideally to share with friends and family.

Cooking Techniques

grillingfryingmixingchopping

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

GatsbyGatsby Roll

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