Chakalaka

Authentic South African Chakalaka recipe featuring a spiced medley of onions, garlic, ginger, grated carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, and baked beans.

Level Easy Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Servings 6 Score 4.9/10

Ready in

40 min

Makes 6 servings

Prep 15m

Cook 25m

Level Easy

About this recipe

Authentic South African Chakalaka recipe featuring a spiced medley of onions, garlic, ginger, grated carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, and baked beans.

A traditional South African spicy vegetable relish containing tomatoes, onions, carrots, bell peppers, and baked beans.

Instructions

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, curry powder, turmeric, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced bell peppers and coarsely grated carrots to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens and the tomatoes break down.
10 min
Stir in the canned baked beans and season with salt to taste. Simmer for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
5 min
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Chakalaka can be served warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories 140

Protein 5g

Carbs 20g

Fat 5g

Fiber 5g

Sugar 7g

Sodium 380mg

Serving Size 1/2 cup

Cooking Timeline

Prep 15 min

Cook 25 min

Total 40 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.4 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.7
Presentation 9.2
Nutrition 9.0
Value 9.5
Instructions 9.5
Ingredients 9.3
Time Accuracy 9.0
Difficulty 9.0
Would Make Again 9.6

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Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

An incredibly vibrant, flavorful, and versatile South African vegetable relish that elevates any meal.

Pros

Packed with vegetables
Naturally vegan
Easy to make in large batches

Cons

Requires some chopping and prep work

Overview

A traditional South African spicy vegetable relish containing tomatoes, onions, carrots, bell peppers, and baked beans.

AI Insights

Summary

Authentic South African Chakalaka recipe featuring a spiced medley of onions, garlic, ginger, grated carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, and baked beans.

Tips

Chakalaka often tastes even better the next day after the flavors have fully melded together in the fridge
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper or curry powder depending on your preference for heat
Serve alongside braai (barbecue) meats or traditional corn pap