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Everything we’ve learned about biltong, droëwors and boerewors since 1970, from how it’s made to how to cook, store and enjoy it.

Biltong 101

What is biltong?

Biltong is South Africa’s traditional air-dried, spiced beef. How it’s made, how it differs from jerky, how to eat it and where to buy authentic biltong in Australia.

Dried meats

Biltong vs jerky: what’s the difference?

Biltong and beef jerky are both dried meat, but they’re made, cut and flavoured differently. Here’s how they compare on taste, texture, ingredients and protein.

Dried meats

What is droëwors?

Droëwors (drywors) is South Africa’s air-dried beef sausage, seasoned with coriander and black pepper. What it is, how it’s made and how to enjoy it.

Braai guide

How to cook boerewors (properly)

How to cook boerewors on a braai, barbecue, frying pan or in the oven. Heat, timing, the one rule never to break, and what to serve with it.

Biltong 101

How to store biltong so it stays perfect

The right way to store biltong and droëwors: paper not plastic, when to use the fridge or freezer, how long it lasts and how to tell if it has gone off.

Snacking

Is biltong healthy? A high-protein snack explained

Why biltong is a favourite high-protein, low-carb snack for gym-goers, keto and paleo diets, hikers and FIFO workers, plus what to look for on the label.

Brisbane

South African food in Brisbane: where to get a taste of home

Missing biltong, boerewors and droëwors in Brisbane? Buy them fresh from the De Beer family’s Rocklea factory, with click & collect or delivery across South East Queensland.

For business

Private label biltong & dried meat manufacturing in Australia

Launch your own biltong, droëwors or dried meat brand without buying a factory. Contract manufacturing, custom recipe blending, batch tracking and packing in Brisbane. HACCP & Safe Food accredited.