Best South African Vegetable Curry Recipes

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SOUTH AFRICAN VEGETABLE CURRY



South African Vegetable Curry image

An AWESOME African recipe that will be a hit ten fold, especially if you like Indian food. Great served with cous cous.

Provided by breezee1984

Categories     South African

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup peeled carrot
1 cup green beans, rinsed with ends trimmed
1 head cauliflower, rinsed and cleaned
1 green pepper, rinsed stemmed and seeded
1 cup dried peaches
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons ginger
2 garlic cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 1 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth
3 cups coarsely shredded cabbage
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut carrots into 1/2 inch thick slices.
  • Cut beans into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Cut cauliflower into 1 1/2 inch florets.
  • Cut pepper and peaches into 1 inch pieces.
  • In a 5 to 6 quart pan over medium high heat, stir oil, onion, ginger, garlic and cinnamon sticks until onion is limp, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add curry powder and turmeric, stir 30 seconds.
  • Add broth, carrots, beans, cauliflower bell peppers, peaches and cabbage; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender when pierced, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Add salt to taste.

SOUTH AFRICA VEGETABLE CURRY



South Africa Vegetable Curry image

I'm not sure where this recipe came from but it is very good. Serve with brown rice. Can also top with shredded coconut and chutney.

Provided by Karen in KS

Categories     Curries

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 lb carrot, peeled
3/4 lb green beans, rinsed and ends trimmed
1 1/2 lbs cauliflower, rinsed (1 head)
1 green bell pepper, rinsed, stemmed and seeded
1/2 lb dried peaches (1 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons salad oil
1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced (1/2 lb)
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
2 cinnamon sticks (each 2 inches)
2 tablespoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
3 cups cabbage, shredded
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Slice carrots 1/2 inch think.
  • Cut green beans into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Cut pepper and peaches into 1 inch pieces.
  • Cut cauliflower into 1 1/2 inch florets.
  • In a 6 quart pan, saute onion, ginger, garlic and cinnamon sticks in oil about 5 minutes or until onion is limp.
  • Add curry powder and turmeric, stirring for 30 seconds.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except salt.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Add salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.7, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 89.6, Carbohydrate 53.8, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 8.7, Protein 6.9

CHAKALAKA (SOUTH AFRICAN VEGETABLE STIR-FRY)



Chakalaka (South African Vegetable Stir-Fry) image

This is a staple food in South Africa as well as other parts. My amaXhosa friend, Ntombizanele Sokupa, gave this recipe to me. She eats this with Pap -Recipe #309584, but says it can also be enjoyed as a side dish with meat or vegemeat or with bread. Thanks Zanele!

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Curries

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium onions, diced
3 medium carrots, diced
2 medium green bell peppers, diced
3 medium tomatoes, diced
curry powder, to your taste
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
green chili (optional)
1 vegetable bouillon cube
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 -2 tablespoon oil, for frying
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Fry the onion and pepper together with oil in a large skillet until the onion is clear.
  • Add the grated carrots, tomatoes, water, and all the seasonings to your liking and cook for about 15-20 minutes.

SLOW-COOKED VEGETABLE CURRY



Slow-Cooked Vegetable Curry image

I love the fuss-free nature of the slow cooker, but I don't want to sacrifice flavor for convenience. This cozy, spiced-up dish has both. -Susan Smith, Mead, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 teaspoons ground coriander
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
3 cups fresh cauliflower florets (about 8 ounces)
4 medium carrots, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup light coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Minced fresh cilantro
Hot cooked brown rice
Lime wedges
Plain yogurt, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until soft and lightly browned, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and spices; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste; cook 1 minute. Transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker., Mash 1 can of beans until smooth; add to slow cooker. Stir in remaining beans, vegetables, broth, coconut milk, pepper and salt., Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 5-6 hours. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with rice, lime wedges and, if desired, yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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