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Chakalaka
Heat the oil in a wide pan. Fry the onion, chilli, garlic and ginger over medium heat until the onion is soft, 6 minutes.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Chakalaka take?
40 min all in — 15 min prep, 25 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Very easy.
How spicy is it?
Medium heat.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
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What equipment do I need?
Frying pan, Chef's knife.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Baked beans → A tin of butter beans or cannellini with 2 tablespoons of tomato purée. Less sweet. Add a pinch of sugar.
Any tips from this recipe?
Chakalaka improves overnight in the fridge and keeps a week. For the braai, spoon it over pap (stiff maize porridge) and let it run into the edges.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Chakalaka improves overnight in the fridge and keeps a week.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.