South African Chakalaka and Pap Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 carrots, grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp mild curry powder
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 can cannellini beans, drained
• 1 cup quick-cooking maize meal
• 4 cups water
• 2 scallions, sliced
• Kosher salt and black pepper

Steps

1. Cook onion and bell pepper in oil until soft, 6 minutes.
2. Add carrots, garlic and curry powder and cook 2 minutes.
3. Stir in tomatoes and beans and simmer until thick and flavorful, 15 minutes; season.
4. Bring water and 1 teaspoon salt to a simmer, whisk in maize meal and cook until smooth and thick according to package directions.
5. Spoon pap into bowls, add chakalaka and finish with scallions.

Use the listed quantities as a guide, adjust seasoning to taste, and cook proteins to a safe internal temperature.