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South African Barbecue Plate with Pap & Chakalaka

A vibrant South African dish featuring grilled meats served with creamy pap and spicy chakalaka, bringing comfort and flavor to your table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food, South African
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Grilled Meats

  • 2 pieces Beef Ribs Opt for good quality for tenderness and flavor.
  • 2 pieces Boerewors or Any Sausage A flavorful sausage adds richness.
  • 2 pieces Chicken Pieces (Thighs/Drumsticks) Juicy and absorbs the marinade well.
  • 1 tbsp Cooking Oil For marinating and grilling.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground for optimal flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste.

For the Pap

  • 1 cup Maize Meal (Cornmeal) The main ingredient for pap.
  • 2 cups Water For cooking pap.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt For flavoring the pap.

For the Chakalaka

  • 1 piece Onion, Finely Chopped Adds sweetness.
  • 1 piece Carrot, Grated Balances heat with sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Baked Beans Adds creaminess.
  • 1 piece Tomato, Chopped For freshness.
  • 1/2 piece Green Pepper, Chopped Adds crunch.
  • 1 tsp Curry Powder For heat.
  • 1 tbsp Oil For sautéing.

For the Fresh Salsa

  • 2 pieces Tomatoes Chopped.
  • 1 piece Cucumber Chopped.
  • 1 small piece Onion Chopped.
  • 1 piece Green Chili Optional, for spice.

Instructions
 

Marinate the Meats

  • In a large bowl, combine the cooking oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss in the beef ribs, boerewors, and chicken, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let marinate for about 30 minutes.

Grill the Meats

  • Fire up your grill. Grill the marinated meats over hot coals until beautifully golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 15-20 minutes, checking for proper internal temperatures.

Prepare the Pap

  • In a pot, bring water and salt to a rolling boil. Slowly whisk in the maize meal while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Lower heat, cover, and steam for 10-15 minutes until firm.

Make the Chakalaka

  • Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan. Sauté the chopped onions until soft. Stir in curry powder, then add grated carrot, tomatoes, and green pepper. Stir in baked beans and simmer for about 10 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.

Whip Up the Salsa

  • Combine chopped tomatoes, cucumber, small onion, and green chili in a bowl. Squeeze in lemon juice, sprinkle with salt, and toss well.

Notes

Let meats marinate to develop flavors. Control the heat while grilling. Ensure water for pap is boiling to avoid lumps. Feel free to vary the vegetables used in chakalaka.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8g
Keyword Barbecue, Chakalaka, Comfort Food, Grilling, Pap
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