For many South Africans, boerewors stew is the kind of meal that brings back memories of childhood dinners around the kitchen table.

Most of us buy boerewors with one meal in mind. It goes onto the braai, gets tucked into a fresh roll with fried onions and tomato sauce, and everyone leaves the table happy.

But good boerewors deserves more than weekend braais.

It's one of those ingredients that can stretch into comforting, affordable family dinners with very little effort, making it a handy option for busy weeknights.

If you're looking for new boerewors dinner ideas, these three meals make the most of a South African favourite while using ingredients many households already have on hand.