Chakalaka (south African Vegetable Stew)

Ingredients

• 3 medium onions
• 1 teaspoon chile powder
• 2 small thai green chiles
• 3 medium carrots
• 3 medium tomatoes
• 2 medium green bell peppers
• ¼ cup water
• 1 cube vegetable bouillon, crumbled

Steps

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onions and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the curry powder, chile powder, and chopped chile peppers.
4. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes, grated carrots, and diced bell peppers.
6. Stir well.
7. Add the crumbled bouillon cube and water.
8. Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
9. Stir in the baked beans.
10. Cook for an additional 3–5 minutes, uncovered, until the mixture thickens.
11. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.