Recipes

lucky star chakalaka mild & spicy
Cooking Time Icon

Cooking Time
40 Minutes

Serves Icon

Serves
4-6

INGREDIENTS

  • 410 g tin Lucky Star Mild & Spicy Chakalaka
  • 2 cups (500 ml) Uncooked long-grain rice
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) mild curry powder
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) paprika
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 – 2 red chillies, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) tomato paste
  • 4 medium tomatoes, grated
  • ½ cup (125 ml) green peas
  • Fresh coriander or parsley to garnish
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

METHOD

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot and sauté the onion for 5 minutes.
  2. Then add the curry powder, garlic and chillies and cook for 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and grated tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes (uncovered).
  3. Add the rice and 1,5 litres of water, close the lid and cook for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent burning from the bottom.
  4. Add the Chakalaka and frozen mixed vegetables and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

SHARE RECIPE

other recipes you may like

temp

CHEF FUNI’S Pilchard Stew

Inspired by his Venda heritage, Chef Funi’s Pilchard Stew is a simple dish with rich flavours and memories!

View Recipe
temp

Spicy Fish Tacos with Corn & Tomato Salsa

These vibrant fish tacos combine Lucky Star Pilchards in Sweet Chilli Sauce with crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, and a fresh corn and tomato salsa. Bursting with bold flavours and ready in no time, they're a fun, delicious meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers.

View Recipe
temp

BONITA’S SHAKSHUKA WITH BEANS

Bonita’s Shakshuka with Beans is the perfect breakfast dish with Lucky Star Pilchards, fresh veggies and poached eggs. Serve with atchar and steamed bread.

View Recipe
Click here for full T's & C's

thank you for signing up to our newsletter!