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Kangaroo Island Recipes
While summer is a popular time to visit Kangaroo Island, the island's cooler months have their own unique charm.
From May to September, the island transforms into a cozy, inviting winter wonderland, with plenty of opportunities to explore, relax, and indulge in some delicious local cuisine and beverages.
The Island is a foodie's paradise, with a bounty of fresh, local ingredients. Winter is the perfect time to indulge in hearty, warming dishes and drinks that showcase the island's flavors and traditions. To keep your belly full and your body warm, here are some delicious recipes celebrating all things winter on Kangaroo Island; shared with us by some of the island's chefs and producers using their favourite local ingredients. Keep an eye out on our social channels and on this page as we add to the list across the cooler months.
Here are some winter recipes for you to try at home.
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Wild Gin Pear Sour
Perfect for cool autumn nights, this Pear Sour recipe is a fantastic combination of Kangaroo Island Spirits Wild Gin infused with a warming spiced pear syrup and a subtle zing from lemon juice. -
Adam Liaw's Honey Chicken Recipe
Adam Liaw shares his honey chicken recipe using Kangaroo Island Ligurian honey as part of Adam Liaw's Roadtrip For Good. -
Kilpatrick Oysters
This unique dish is a symphony of briny freshness, smoky bacon goodness, and the luxurious touch of Kilpatrick sauce. -
KI Garlic Butter Prawns
Picture succulent prawns bathed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with the aromatic essence of Kangaroo Island garlic. -
Easy oats pancakes
Oat Pancakes make a delicious and satisfying weekend breakfast or snack for hungry mouths, anytime of the day. -
Smoked Fontina & Truffle Arancini
If you’re entertaining, these Arancini are a show stopping finger-food or entrée. -
Carrot and Pecan Cake
Always a crowd pleaser, this carrot and pecan cake is the perfect morning tea treat! -
Slow-cooked Lamb Ragu with Fennel and Chilli
Warm up from the inside out with this rich and hearty, slow-cooked lamb ragu. -
Spaghetti Puttanesca
As far as carby, salty, comforting food goes this delicious pasta hits the spot every time! -
'Karta' Island chai tea
Enjoy this locally made aromatic tea, bringing warmth to the body and soul. -
Mulberry Gin Sour
This Mulberry Gin Sour is a refreshing and fruity twist on the classic Gin Sour cocktail. -
KI Oats Chocolate Brownies
This is the perfect chocolate brownie for anytime you need a little ‘pick me up’ or sweet indulgence. -
Lamb Shoulder and Sofrito Sauce Ragu
Rich and decadent - slowly this slow cooked lamb shoulder ragu is the ultimate comfort food -
Damper with Eucalyptus butter and native currant jam
Bev's Eucalyptus butter is a taste sensation, and pairs beautifully with this basic damper. -
Winter porridge with caramelised pears
Frosty winter mornings call for this heavenly winter porridge with caramelised pears. It will indulge the senses and keep you warm on the inside when it’s cold out! -
Minestrone Soup
A classic Italian vegetable soup with a rich tomato base, featuring KI Garlic. It's hearty, healthy and packed with fibre and vitamin C. -
Kangaroo Island lamb rack with pistachio and parsley crumb, KI Honey carrot puree, roasted potatoes and broccolini
A stand out dish packed with beautiful flavours from the Executive Chef at the Penneshaw Pub. -
Pea & Ham Hock Soup
Nothing says warm and cosy like a bowl of soup on a Winter's day. -
Wild Apple Cider Gin
Slightly sweet, tart and deliciously smooth and with a kick of cinnamon, this cider cocktail is filled to the brim with cozy, warm winter flavours -
Olive & Feta Bruschetta
Perfect for breakfast, brunch or a light dinner - this olive and feta bruschetta will melt in your mouth. -
The Kangaroo Island Mead Martini
This martini replaces traditional vermouth with locally produced Clifford’s Kangaroo Island Honey mead. This adds a unique spicy, floral aroma to this classic cocktail. -
Slow-cooked lamb in red wine
A hearty lamb dish perfect for cold, wintery days using Kangaroo Island wine.
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