Namibian Mieliepap with Chakalaka & Braised Sugar Beans – Authentic Namibia Recipe
Hearty plant-based Namibian braai table classic pairing creamy pap with spicy vegetable relish and beans.
- Country of Origin
- 🇳🇦 Namibia (Southern Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 25 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Creamy white maize meal pap, Speckled sugar beans, Spicy carrot, Curry powder, Ginger
Ingredients for Namibian Mieliepap with Chakalaka & Braised Sugar Beans (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) creamy white maize meal pap, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups speckled sugar beans, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup spicy carrot
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with curry powder
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Namibia seasoning (ginger, garlic, thyme, fresh cilantro)
- 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and curry powder for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in ginger, garlic, thyme, fresh cilantro and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Namibia's kitchen.
- Add creamy white maize meal pap and speckled sugar beans, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
- Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
- Fold in spicy carrot, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.