Chakalaka
Chakalaka with stew
Chakalaka served with stew

Chakalaka is a South African vegetable relish,[1] usually spicy, that is traditionally served with bread, pap, samp, stews, or curries. Chakalaka is said to have originated in the townships of Johannesburg or in the gold mines surrounding Johannesburg, when Mozambican mineworkers leaving their shift cooked tinned produce (tomatoes, beans) with chili to produce a spicy Portuguese-style relish to accompany pap. Many variations of Chakalaka exist, depending on region and family tradition. Some versions include beans, cabbage and butternut.[2] For example, canned baked beans, canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, and curry paste can be used to make the dish.[3]

It is frequently served at a braai (barbecue) or with a Sunday lunch. It can be served cold or at room temperature.

See also

Chakalaka
Chakalaka vegetables

References

  1. ↑ Rubin, N.; Temkin, N. (2005). Chic Jozi: The Jo'burg Pocketbook. Penguin Random House South Africa. p. 84. ISBN 978-1-86872-942-5. Retrieved 3 November 2017.
  2. ↑ "The Hirshon South African Chakalaka Sauce". ✮ The Food Dictator ✮. 26 February 2017. Retrieved 30 May 2020.
  3. ↑ "Tunza Eco-generation Eco-generation". tunza.eco-generation.org. Retrieved 24 May 2020.


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