Side Dish

Chakalaka

Name: Chakalaka
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 porties
Cuisine: south_african
Ingredients: 2 el vegetable oil; 1 st onion finely chopped; 2 teentje garlic minced; 1 tl ginger grated; 1 el curry powder; 1 tl smoked paprika; 0,5 tl chili powder; 1 st bell pepper diced; 2 st carrot grated; 400 g canned chopped tomatoes; 400 g canned baked beans in tomato sauce; 120 ml vegetable broth; 0,5 tl salt; 0,25 tl black pepper; 2 el fresh cilantro chopped (optioneel)

Chakalaka is a vibrant South African vegetable relish, typically served as a side dish. This vegan version combines various vegetables in a spicy tomato-based sauce, offering a burst of flavor and texture. It's an excellent accompaniment to grilled foods or stews.

Een origineel recept van Forkin

Totale tijd: 50 min
Porties: 4
Moeilijkheid: Gemiddeld

Mise-en-place

Ingrediënten

2 elvegetable oil
1 stonion, finely chopped
2 teentjegarlic, minced
1 tlginger, grated
1 elcurry powder
1 tlsmoked paprika
0,5 tlchili powder
1 stbell pepper, diced
2 stcarrot, grated
400 gcanned chopped tomatoes
400 gcanned baked beans in tomato sauce
120 mlvegetable broth
0,5 tlsalt
0,25 tlblack pepper

garnish

2 elfresh cilantro, chopped(optioneel)

Keukengerei

grater · large pot · wooden spoon · cutting board · knife

De bereidingswijze

Stap voor stap

1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
Ongeveer 2 min
2
Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Ongeveer 7 min
3
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Ongeveer 1 min
4
Add the curry powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder, and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Ongeveer 1 min
Tip van de kok: Toasting the spices briefly enhances their flavor.
5
Add the bell pepper and carrot to the pot, stirring well to combine with the spices.
Ongeveer 2 min
6
Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes, canned baked beans, and vegetable broth.
Ongeveer 1 min
7
Season with salt and black pepper.
8
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Ongeveer 20 min
Tip van de kok: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
9
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Ongeveer 1 min
10
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving, if desired.

Goed bewaren

Bewaren

Store leftover Chakalaka in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Opwarmen

Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through.