Homestyle Chakalaka
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Homestyle Chakalaka

The braai-side relish every South African table needs — bright peppers, carrots and beans with gentle heat.

15 min prep · 25 min cook Serves 6

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 green and 1 red pepper, diced
  • 3 large carrots, grated
  • 2 tbsp Zita Chakalaka Spice
  • 1 can (400 g) baked beans
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

Method

  1. 1

    Fry the onion and peppers in olive oil until soft.

  2. 2

    Add the garlic and Chakalaka Spice and cook for a minute or two until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Stir in the carrots and tomato paste and cook for 8 minutes.

  4. 4

    Fold through the beans and simmer gently for 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve warm or cold with pap, braai meat or fresh bread.

Zita's note

Even better the next day — make a double batch.

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