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South African🥄 Easy

Cabbage And Carrot Chakalaka Relish

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Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
6servings
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A vibrant, spicy South African vegetable relish featuring shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and aromatic curry spices.

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Ingredients

Servings:6
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 large Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons Mild or medium curry powder
  • 3 large Carrots, coarsely grated
  • 2 cups Green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 can (410g) Baked beans in tomato sauce
  • 1 whole Bird's eye chili, chopped(optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander for garnish(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the onions and green bell pepper, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.

  3. 3

    Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and chopped chili, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add the curry powder and stir constantly for 1 minute to toast the spices without burning them.

  5. 5

    Add the grated carrots and shredded cabbage to the pan, stirring well to coat the vegetables in the spice mixture.

  6. 6

    Cook the vegetables for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still retain a slight crunch.

  7. 7

    Fold in the canned baked beans (including the sauce) and season with salt and pepper.

  8. 8

    Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve warm or cold.

Nutrition per Serving

185

Calories

5g

Protein

24g

Carbs

8g

Fat

7g

Fiber

9g

Sugar

480mg

Sodium

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