“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

 

 

 

"Honey buns from Honey's bakery..." 

 

Staring off Ramadan with one of my favourite sweet treats in the entire world, Honeycomb Bread (Khaliat Al Nahl). With absolutely no shame, if left alone with a full tray, I can (and will) finish the whole lot by myself. They are outrageously addictive.

 

Originally from the Middle East, this bread is traditionally known as Khaliat Al Nahl (خلية النحل), which literally translates to "beehive". The name couldn't be more fitting, with its pull-apart rolls nestled together like honeycomb. It is often referred to as Yemeni Honeycomb Bread, and through friends, I came to know just how popular it is in Tanzania.

 

Classically, honeycomb bread is finished with a warm honey syrup poured generously over the top, soaking into every crevice. Across different cultures, though, people have had a little fun with it, condensed milk being a particularly popular twist. Naturally, I couldn't resist combining the two. Honey and condensed milk over soft bread with a cream cheese filling just felt like the right life choice.

 

Those who follow me on my social media will know my cat, Honey, well and that I called him Honey Buns. He was always BTS, right in the middle of my kitchen storms and recipe shoots, meowing away like the boss he was. Whenever I saw him kneading on the blanket like he was hard at work, he would say, "Honey's making honey buns for Honey's Bakery." 

 

While I am endlessly grateful for the ten years Allah (God) blessed me with him, I still really miss him, and Ramadan without him won't feel the same. The little paw print pressed into the dough with Nigella Seeds is my quiet nod to my forever sweet golden boy.

  

These are best served warm or hot, when the cream cheese is soft, and the glaze melts beautifully into the bread. They reheat perfectly in the microwave, making them ideal for make-ahead treats. You can also meal prep them, freeze them, and thaw for another day, just warm them through and pour the sweet glaze over the top. Fresh, comforting, and indulgent every single time. 

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@spicyfusionkitchen "Honey buns from Honey's bakery..." - Honeycomb Bread (Khaliat Al Nahl) 🤤❤️🍯🍞 Staring off Ramadan with one of my favourite sweet treats in the entire world, which I have no self control around 😂🤤 Originally from the Middle East, Khaliat Al Nahl (خلية النحل) translates to “beehive." Often referred to as Yemeni Honeycomb Bread, and is also quite popular in Tanzania ❤️ If you've been following me for a while, you know my cat Honey, who I'd call "Honey Buns." He was always BTS, right in the middle of my kitchen storms and recipe shoots, meowing away like the boss he was 😺❤️ Whenever I saw him kneading on the blanket I'd say, “Honey’s making honey buns for Honey’s Bakery.” Ramadan without him won't feel the same, and so the little paw print pressed into the dough with Nigella Seeds is my quiet nod to my forever sweet golden honey bun 🐾❤️‍🩹 Full Recipe - www.spicyfusionkitchen.com 🔗 #HoneycombBread #Ramadan #EasyRecipe #foodtiktok #cat ♬ Rahmatun Lil'Alameen (Vocals Only) - Maher Zain

 

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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

 

 

"Yes, the name is long. 

No, the salad won’t last long."

  

 

"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