How do you eat Koo Chakalaka?

It's delicious with pap and wors, and is perfect for a braai. Serve as a salad to accompany any meal or for a snack on the go, just enjoy on bread . Added to pasta with cubes of cheese and chopped spring onion, KOO Mild and Spicy Chakalaka makes a perfect lunch time salad.

Is canned Chakalaka ready to eat?

Chakalaka is a spicy African vegetable relish, made with carrots, cabbage, onions and green pepper in a curry sauce. They may be eaten hot or cold, straight from the can, as they are already fully cooked . Traditionally served warm or cold with bread, pap, or samp.

What is the traditional chakalaka made of?

Many variations of Chakalaka exist, depending on region and family tradition. Some versions include beans, cabbage and butternut squash . For example, canned baked beans, canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, and curry paste can be used to make the dish. It is frequently served at a braai (barbecue) or with a Sunday lunch.

What Flavour is chakalaka?

The hot flavour really packs a punch of chilli , defiantly for those who enjoy spicy things with great flavour. Chakalaka can be served on its own, but also goes great with curries, stews, potatoes or rice, on bread or in a sandwich.

What to avoid in canned food?

Disadvantages of canned foods include: High salt content: Dissolved salt is often used in the canning process, resulting to be a major source of dietary salt. ... May contain added sugar: ... May cause botulism: ... May cause tissue damage: ... Preservatives may be added: ... May contain Bisphenol-A (BPA): ... Metallic taste: Aug 17, 2022

Can you eat canned without cooking?

While canned food is safe to eat, it is best to prepare it safely. Ideally, you should consume canned food immediately after opening without cooking it or reheating it . However, if you want to eat warm canned food, you can empty the contents into a pan to cook or heat.

What is the benefit of Koo beans?

Baked Beans are also low in fat and cholesterol free . All the KOO baked beans taste with less sugar to assist with blood sugar control. They are also Low in GI for sustained energy release, making them an excellent choice to include for blood sugar control.

Is chakalaka fermented?

In the cellar, the varietals are kept separate until the final blending stage, where they harmoniously come together to create an exciting wine. Fermentation takes place in open concrete fermenters, followed by malolactic fermentation and maturation in older French and American oak barrels for 12 months .

KOO Chakalaka With Sweetcorn (2024)

Typical Nutritional information (as packed)	Per 100g	Per 270g serving
Energy (kj)	384	518
Protein (g)	1.5	2.0
Glycaemic Carbohydrates (g)	14	19
of which total sugar (g)	11.6	15.7
Total fat (g)	3.3	4.5
of which Saturated fat (g)	0.5	0.7
Trans fat (g)	0.0	0.0
Monounsaturated fat (g)	1.0	1.4
Polyunsaturated fat (g)	1.8	2.4
Cholesterol (mg)	0	0
Dietary Fibre (g) (AOAC 991.43)	1.5	2.0
Total Sodium (mg)	528	713
Salt (g)	1.3	1.8

Each per 135g serving contains (of an adult's guideline daily amount)

Energy 518kj	Sugars 15.7g	Fat 4.5g	Saturates 0.7g	Salt 1.8g
6%	17%	6%	3%	30%

Ingredients

Vegetables (Minimum 56%) (Cabbage, Whole Kernel Corn (Minimum 15%), Carrots, Onions, Green Peppers, Red Peppers) (In Variable Proportions), Water, Cane Sugar, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower Seed) (Antioxidant TBHQ (E319)), Spice (Irradiated), Chemically Modified Maize Starch (E1401), Tomato Purée, Salt (Non-iodated), Acidity Regulator (E330).

Pack Size

215g

410g

Allergens

None

Preparation

Contents are ready to use.

To Heat:

Empty contents into a saucepan and gently heat, stir occasionally. Do not boil.

To Microwave:

Empty drained contents into a microwaveable dish. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stir after 1 minute.