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Chakalaka

South African · Appetizer · Side

A vibrant and spicy South African vegetable relish that perfectly complements grilled meats, bread, or stews. This versatile dish is a staple at any braai (BBQ).

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35 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time15 min
Cook time20 min
Servings6 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

6 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Heat the vegetable oil

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.

    5 min
  2. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and chopped chilies

    Stir in the garlic, ginger, and chopped chilies. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

    2 min
  3. Add the curry powder

    Add the curry powder and stir well to coat the onion mixture. Let the spices toast for about 1 minute.

    1 min
  4. Add the diced bell peppers and grated carrots

    Add the diced bell peppers and grated carrots. Stir well and cook for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are softened but still have a slight bite.

    10 min
  5. Stir in the canned baked beans

    Stir in the canned baked beans. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

    5 min
  6. Remove from heat and let it cool

    Remove from heat and let it cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.

A little kitchen wisdom

Chakalaka is best served after sitting for a few hours to let the flavors meld. You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chilies.

What you'll need

Large panGraterWooden spoonKnife
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Make it ahead

Chakalaka tastes better the next day as the flavors develop.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Can be served cold, at room temperature, or reheated in a pan over low heat.

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Chakalaka
Step 1 of 6

Heat the vegetable oil

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.

5 min