South African Chakalaka Beans

Make South African Chakalaka Beans at home with measured ingredients, step-by-step directions and a practical Thedietco tip. Makes 3 servings; estimated time 35 min.

This is a modern adaptation inspired by South Africa-inspired. Ingredient quantities are for the full recipe; divide by the stated yield.

Serves / makes 3 servings

Ingredients

• 300 g cooked kidney beans
• 1 onion (100 g)
• 1 carrot (100 g)
• 1 bell pepper (120 g)
• 250 g chopped tomatoes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika

How to make it

1. Saute onion and carrot in oil for 5 minutes.
2. Add pepper, curry powder and paprika.
3. Stir in tomatoes and beans and simmer 15-20 minutes.
4. Taste and serve with steamed greens.

Serving inspiration; ingredients and presentation may differ. Photo: File:Chakalaka.jpg by philipp from cape town, south africa · CC BY 2.0. Resized and converted to WebP.