Tana Malinga
In a bold fusion of cultures, John Dory’s sushi master Dumisani Lukhozi recently guided the Miss Soweto Top 20 finalists through an inventive sushi-making class that replaced traditional rice with White Star pap.
This first-of-its-kind session celebrated South Africa’s rich food heritage, proving that pap can be as versatile as it is comforting. By blending local flavours with Japanese precision, Chef Lukhozi transformed a familiar staple into a creative culinary experience that delighted everyone in attendance.
John Dory’s Sushi Masterclasses are held nationwide and open to all who wish to explore the art of sushi-making, whether you’re a first-timer or a devoted foodie. Private group bookings are also available for team-building sessions or special events, though early reservations are advised due to limited space.
For those who’d like to bring the experience home, Chef Lukhozi shared his signature Pap Sushi Recipe, a simple yet flavourful way to enjoy this proudly South African twist.
Pap Sushi Recipe by Chef Dumisani Lukhozi
California Roll 4pc
Ingredients:
Steak strips 20g
Chakalaka 10g
Pap 60g
Method:
Make a California roll with chakalaka and steak strips inside.
Springle some sesame seeds on top, shape and cut into 4 pieces.
Serve on sushi plate upside down with ginger and wasabi on the side.
Bean Curd 2pc
Ingredients:
Bean curd pockets x 2
Pap 40g
Coleslaw 10g
Fried chicken strips 20g
Method:
Make bean curd with pap inside.
Topped with a mix of coleslaw and chopped chicken strips
Server on a sushi plate with ginger and wasabi on the side
Mini Poke Bowl
Ingredients:
Pap balls fried x3
Chakalaka mix 10g
Avo10g
Boerewors cubes 20g
Sesame seeds mix 2g
Tempura flour 10g
Tempura batter 60ml
Tempura crumbs 5g
Oil 5m
Method:
Make pap into balls
Dust in tempura flour, batter, crumbs and fried at 160 degrees until golden brown
Place fried balls at the bottom of the bowl
Add boerewors cubes on top of the pap
Add chakalaka on top of the boerewors
And finished with avo cubes and sesame seeds.
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