🇿🇦 South African Chakalaka Recipe | How to Make Chakalaka at Home | Baked Beans Recipe | Infoods

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.

Heat cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in crushed garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add shredded carrots and diced bell peppers; cook until softened.

Add baked beans and mix thoroughly; heat through.

Season with paprika, curry powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh coriander before serving.

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