Chakalaka Recipe: The Versatile South African Dish You Need to Try!

baked beans

🥗Healthier: cooked lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Lentils are lower in calories and provide protein.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories and adds bulk.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: garam masala

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Garam masala offers a different flavor profile.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley is more widely available and less expensive.

In a pan on medium heat, add oil.

Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent.

Add ginger and garlic along with curry powder. Stir until combined.

Add the peppers and cook for 2 minutes.

Add carrots and mix well, ensuring they’re coated with curry powder.

Add tomato paste and tomatoes, mixing to combine.

Cook for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is well incorporated and slightly thickened.

Add baked beans, fresh thyme, sugar, salt, and hot sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Take off the heat and serve hot or cold.

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