Sweet Chilli Chicken Drumsticks Served with Chakalaka: A Flavorful Feast

Introduction:
Get ready to indulge in a tantalizing combination of spicy, sweet, and savory with Sweet Chilli Chicken Drumsticks, served alongside a vibrant and flavorful Chakalaka. This dish offers juicy, tender chicken drumsticks coated in a sweet chili sauce, perfectly paired with the bold, spiced South African vegetable relish known as Chakalaka. Together, these two dishes bring a wonderful balance of heat, sweetness, and heartiness to your table, making it the perfect meal for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to a weekend barbecue.

Ingredients:

For the Sweet Chilli Chicken Drumsticks:

10 chicken drumsticks
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
For the Chakalaka:

1 onion, chopped
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 medium carrot, grated
1 can (15 oz) baked beans in tomato sauce
1 can (15 oz) chopped tomatoes
1 tsp curry powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
How to Make:

Prepare the Chicken Drumsticks: