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Chakalaka

Chakalaka- a refreshing spicy tomato bean relish that will provoke your taste bud.
Course Main
Cuisine South African
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 215kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1-2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1-2 tomatoes
  • 3-4 cups sliced cabbage
  • 1 -2 Chili peppers diced seeds removed for less heat
  • 1 large carrot grated on the large side or sliced thinly
  • 1 medium green pepper diced
  • 1 medium red pepper diced
  • 1 14 ounce baked beans
  • 1 teaspoons bouillon powder optional

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add onion, give it a minute or two,
  • Stir in all the spices; garlic, ginger, smoked paprika, curry, cayenne pepper, thyme- continue stirring for about a minute to let the flavors bloom. Then add tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots and cabbage
  • Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burns.
  • Finally add baked beans, bouillon powder stir Continue cooking for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Adjust for seasonings. Serve warm

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 468mg | Potassium: 552mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 4345IU | Vitamin C: 83.2mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1.9mg