Spicy Chakalaka

Spicy Chakalaka, a typical South African dish made with baked beans, peppers, onion, and tomato. Chakalaka is best enjoyed as a relish and goes with just about anything.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil or olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tsp of crushed garlic
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow pepper, chopped
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped ( optional)
• 2-3 carrots, grated
• 1 1/2  tbsp curry powder
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 400g of baked beans
• 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1

HEAT oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Cook the onion until soft and translucent.

2

ADD the garlic, peppers and chili and cook for 5 minutes.

3

ADD in grated carrots and cook for 3 minutes. Add curry powder and cook for 2 more minutes.

4

ADD the sugar, reduce the heat  and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are soft but still holding their shape. Add in canned baked beans and cook for another 5-7 minutes.

5

SEASON to taste then serve.

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