Biltong Recipe Ideas: 4 Easy High-Protein Meals & Snacks

Biltong Recipe Ideas: 4 Easy High-Protein Meals & Snacks


Biltong is one of the easiest ways to add extra protein and flavour to your day without overcomplicating things. Whether you’re building a quick lunch, upgrading a sandwich, or putting together simple snacks for sharing, Cruga Biltong works surprisingly well.

From rice bowls and sourdough sandwiches to easy skewers and bagels, these simple recipe ideas are a few easy ways to enjoy Cruga Biltong at home.

Cruga Biltong lime and coriander rice bowl

A simple rice bowl is one of the easiest ways to turn biltong into a quick, high-protein lunch. The combination of white rice, fresh avocado and cucumber and savoury Cruga Biltong keeps things balanced without needing loads of ingredients.

Ingredients

  • Cooked white rice

  • Cruga Biltong

  • Avocado

  • Cucumber

  • Fresh coriander

  • Black sesame seeds

  • Lime wedge

Method

Add cooked white rice to a bowl before topping with sliced Cruga Biltong, avocado and cucumber. Finish with fresh coriander, black sesame seeds and a squeeze of lime for extra freshness.

Serving Tip

For extra heat, use Cruga Chilli Biltong or add your favourite hot sauce.

Biltong bagel with cream cheese

This biltong bagel combines creamy soft cheese with crunchy walnuts and slices of Cruga Biltong for an easy lunch or snack board option. A touch of chilli jam adds sweetness and a little heat without overpowering the flavour of the biltong.

Ingredients

  • Bagel

  • Cream cheese

  • Cruga Biltong

  • Salad leaves

  • Walnuts

  • Chilli jam

Method

Slice and lightly toast the bagel or roll before spreading generously with cream cheese. Layer over the salad leaves and Cruga Biltong, then finish with walnuts and a spoonful of chilli jam.

Serving Tip

Add extra chilli jam if you prefer a slightly sweeter finish with a little more heat.

Cruga Biltong sourdough sandwich

If you want something more filling, this sourdough sandwich combines Cruga Biltong with cheese, avocado and crisp lettuce for an easy high-protein lunch that still feels fresh and balanced.

Ingredients

  • Seeded sourdough bread

  • Cruga Biltong

  • Cheese

  • Avocado

  • Lettuce

Method

Layer cheese, avocado and lettuce onto fresh sourdough before topping with Cruga Biltong. 

Serving Tip

Toast the sourdough for extra texture and crunch.

Cruga Biltong skewers

Biltong skewers are a simple way to turn savoury snacks into easy party food. Combined with fresh vegetables, Cruga Biltong adds a rich, salty bite that works well alongside lighter flavours.

Ingredients

  • Cruga Biltong

  • Red pepper

  • Courgette

  • Button mushrooms

  • Cocktail sticks or skewers

Method

Slice the vegetables into bite-sized pieces before threading them onto skewers alongside pieces of Cruga Biltong. Arrange on a serving plate and enjoy.

Serving Tip

Make these ahead of time and store them in the fridge. 

Add some flavour to your next meal with Cruga.