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Dairy-Free Chakalaka with Pap

A spicy vegetable relish served with pap (maize porridge). This version ensures no dairy products are used.

20m prep + 30m cook4 servings
DAIRY-free
400 cal|15g protein|60g carbs|10g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 1 large Bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 large Carrot, grated
  • 1 15 oz can Canned baked beans
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Curry powder
  • 1 14.5 oz can Canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup Maize meal (pap)
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and grated carrot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in the baked beans, chili powder, curry powder, and diced tomatoes.
  4. 4Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded.
  5. 5Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. 6While the chakalaka is simmering, prepare the pap. Bring the water to a boil in a separate pot.
  7. 7Gradually whisk in the maize meal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
  8. 8Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pap is thick and smooth.
  9. 9Serve the chakalaka hot over the pap.

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