South African Chakalaka with Vegetables and Beans
A spicy South African stew of tomatoes, carrots, peppers, and beans, seasoned with curry, ginger, and cayenne. Serves 4; times are estimates.
This version of chakalaka brings sautéed vegetables and beans together in a thick, spiced sauce. Adjust the cayenne to taste and serve freshly made. Hands-on time and yield are estimates; the cooking time is based on the timed stages in the steps.
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Method
- 01
Sauté the vegetables
Heat the olive oil in a deep skillet. Add the onion and red bell pepper and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Ready to continue when: The onion and pepper are soft, and the onion is beginning to look translucent.
5 min - 02
Add the spices and carrot
Stir in the garlic, ginger, curry powder, and cayenne pepper. Add the grated carrot and tomato paste. Cook over low heat, stirring, until the mixture begins to catch on the pan.
Ready to continue when: The mixture is well combined and just begins to catch on the pan without burning.
- 03
Cook the tomatoes
Add the tomatoes and a little water, just enough for the mixture to simmer gently. Bring to a boil, then cook for 5 minutes.
Ready to continue when: The tomatoes have softened into a sauce that bubbles gently.
5 min - 04
Add the beans and finish
Stir in the drained beans and simmer for 10–15 minutes. Stir occasionally so they absorb the sauce.
Ready to continue when: The beans are hot and the sauce has thickened around them.
15 min
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