“Warning: may cause sudden fork attacks and zero self-control.”

I absolutely love side dishes and I think I’ll always be in my “side era”. No matter what the main is, I’m always the one piling my plate with all the sides first. I’m constantly on the lookout for new ones to try, tweak, and share, and this Creamy Avocado Salad instantly earned its place on that list. 

 

I first tasted this creamy avo salad at a Braai (BBQ), and it was one of those moments where you keep going back for “just one more spoonful”. Aunty Tahera was kind enough to share the recipe with me because I couldn’t stop raving about it. There’s just something special about those family-style dishes that are shared with love and laughter. This recipe already had heart; I simply had to bring it into my own kitchen.

 

Of course, I couldn’t resist tweaking it slightly to add my own spin. I adjusted the dressing to keep it extra creamy while still zesty, and played around with the texture of the avocado to get that perfect bite. 

 

This creamy avocado salad makes an ideal side for braais and BBQs, complementing everything from grilled meats and chicken to seafood or vegetarian dishes. Best of all, it comes together quickly, perfect for when you need a last-minute side that still wows. I’ve enjoyed it alongside roast chicken, but having it with my mango chicken burgers (recipe coming soon) was by far my favourite pairing.

 

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@spicyfusionkitchen Creamy Avocado Salad 🤤🥑 I'm just a girl who loves her sides ❤️ I tasted this at a Braai, and aunty Tahera was kind enough to share the recipe with me, so i could recreate it and share it with you all ❤️😁 @Lancewood.co.za @Robertsons Herbs & Spices @Woolworths SA #avocado #salad #sidedish #easyrecipe #foodtiktok ♬ Rock Star - Hannah Montana

 

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@spicyfusionkitchen "Not your average slaw. She's sweet and spicy" - Chipotle Sweet Potato Coleslaw 🍠🤤 I'm in my side dish era and this summer heat is calling all the crisp sides that just fits any main meal. The Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce gives the slaw dressing a nice smokiness. Full Recipe - www.spicyfusionkitchen.com #chipotle #salad #sidedish #food #foodtiktok ♬ LOCO MEXICANO - Areggy & ODK Beats

  

 

"I set out to make garlic rolls,

and accidentally created my new personality trait"

 

 

  

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@spicyfusionkitchen Holiday vibes, braais (BBQs) in full swing, this is the side to make!! 😎 Soft Cheese-Stuffed Creamy Garlic Rolls 🤤 Full Recipe on www.spicyfusionkitchen.com 🔗 #cheesygarlicbread #sidedish #food #easyrecipe #foodtiktok ♬ Tropical - Izabella Creator BM

“Sweet, spicy, and extra cheesy
- basically me in snack form”

 

There’s just something undeniably satisfying about a good mozzarella stick - the golden, crispy coating, the viral cheese pull, and that first bite of gooey, cheesy goodness. Don’t say I didn’t warn you, that these Nashville Hot Honey Mozzarella Sticks are dangerously addictive. 

 

A month ago, my explore page was practically bursting with mozzarella stick cheese pulls, and I knew I had to make my own version. That’s how this fiery, sweet-and-spicy fusion came to life, and honestly, zero regrets. The crispiness of the coating, the creamy cheese centre, and that hot honey glaze? An elite combo.

 

These make the perfect appetiser or side dish, it’s great for grazing boards, food platters, match-day snacks, as a cheeky treat, or as a braai/bbq side. You can enjoy them as is, or do what I did and coat them in a sticky Nashville Hot Honey Sauce (a sauce I was originally saving for something else… but it was too good not to use here!). I also paired them with my Homemade Ranch Dressing, which if you haven’t tried it yet, [click here for the recipe].

 

So when I made this, I doubled the recipe because I made extra to freeze and use on another day, which is why there’s more in the pictures in the video. However, my recipe below is for one block (300g), so don’t stress about having to cut the recipe in half. 

 

Now, one block is still A LOT of cheese...can there be such a thing lol yes! So, my suggestion would be to cut thinner strips, halve the strips or cut into 1-inch bite-size cubes - which is what I’ll be doing the next time I make these.

 

Whether you’re team deep-fry or air-fry, I’ve shared both options in the method so you can choose your own cheesy adventure. I also share how to reheat these up easily, and if you’d like to freeze them for later frying or air-frying, I share how to do that as well.

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@spicyfusionkitchen "Sweet, spicy, and extra cheesy - basically me in snack form" I give you Nashville Hot Honey Mozzarella Sticks 🤤 Full Recipe On www.spicyfusionkitchen.com 🔗 #NashvilleHotHoneyMozzarellaSticks #NashvilleHotHoneySauce #MozzarellaSticks #cheesepull #sidedish #recipe #braai #bbq #sweetandspicysauce #grazingboard #foodplatter #homemaderanchdressing #uk #food #FoodTok #foodblogger #tiktokuk #fyp #foryoupage #tiktokfood #tiktokbw #Recipe #foryoupage❤️❤️ #tiktoksouthafrica #tiktokbotswana🇧🇼tiktoksouthafrica🇿🇦 #fypツ #fypviral #sama28 ♬ Live Your Beautiful Life - Gray Griggs

"When life gives you potatoes, 
smash them and call it a salad!"

Each bite is a perfect balance of golden, crunchy potatoes tossed in a flavour-packed dressing with fresh herbs that should never be skipped. This dish quickly became a family favourite, with everyone racing for the crispiest bits!

Here is a shortcut hack: If you don't feel like boiling/roasting and smashing baby potatoes, no problem! Swap them for tater tots or small potato bites. You can toss them or even your smash potatoes in your air fryer (or oven), and achieve that same addictive crispiness in half the time. The air fryer is also a great way to cut down on oil while keeping things super crunchy, it's also a time saver when it comes to making this side dish.

This side dish is perfect for just about any occasion—serve it alongside a braai/BBQ, or as a side dish for dinner, it's a fun delicious twist on your classic potato salad.

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@spicyfusionkitchen When life gives you potatoes, smash them and call it a salad! 😄 Great twist on a classic side, whether it's for dinner or as a braai/BBQ side. 🥔 You can also save a lot of time making the smash potatoes in the airfryer 👀 Full Recipe on www.spicyfusionkitchen.com link 🔗 #crispysmashpotatosalad #crispysmashpotatoes #smashpotatoes #potatosalad #sidedish #potatosaladrecipe #smashpotatorecipe #sidedishrecipe #braai #braairecipe #crispypotatoes #braaisidedish #bbq #bbqrecipe #bbqsidedish #food #FoodTok #foodblogger #botswana #southafrica #tiktokbotswana #tiktokuk #fyp #foryoupage #tiktokfood #tiktokbw #spicyfusionkitchen #Recipe #foryoupage❤️❤️ #tiktoksouthafrica #tiktokbotswana🇧🇼tiktoksouthafrica🇿🇦 #fypツ #fypviral #FoodTok #Foodie #FoodLover #teampixel #smallcreator ♬ vlog, chill out, calm daily life(1370843) - SUNNY HOOD STUDIO