FOOD NEWS
Chakalaka Is The Unlikely Ingredient Your Grilled Cheese Needs
By Grace Allison
Chakalaka is a quintessential must-try staple in South African cuisine, and it can also give your grilled cheese sandwich a boost with spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors.
Chakalaka is a thick, cooked relish that combines the main ingredient of soft baked beans with vibrant flavors from vegetables and warm spices.
The vibrant, tangy, and sweet flavor profiles of chakalaka effortlessly cut through the fatty nature of the cheese and butter, pairing wonderfully with a grilled cheese.
Chakalaka works phenomenally with a grilled cheese that features a sharp white cheddar, as its bright flavors balance the strong, nutty cheese.
The warm, earthy spices like turmeric, paprika, cumin, or even curry powder that elevate the relish also help bulk up the grilled cheese, making it a hearty snack.