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Chakalaka with Pap

A spicy vegetable relish (chakalaka) served with a stiff maize porridge (pap).

20m prep + 30m cook4 servings
PEANUT-free
400 cal|12g protein|70g carbs|8g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 1 Bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 Carrot, grated
  • 1 can Baked beans
  • 1 tablespoon Curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups Cornmeal (maize flour)
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

  1. 1Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
  3. 3Add the bell pepper and grated carrot. Cook for 5 minutes.
  4. 4Stir in the baked beans, curry powder, chili powder, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  5. 5While the chakalaka is simmering, prepare the pap. Bring the water and salt to a boil in a separate pot.
  6. 6Gradually whisk in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  7. 7Reduce heat to low and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pap is thick and smooth.
  8. 8Serve the chakalaka hot with the pap.

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