Preparation

1. Peel and thinly slice the garlic and shallots

2. Chop peppadews

Instructions

1. Put garlic and shallots in the oil and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add peppers and tomatoes and cook on low heat for about 30 minutes until the liquid in the sauce has mostly evaporated. Add seasonings.

2. Let sauce cool slightly, then transfer to a  blender and process until smooth.

3. Stuff dates with chorizo, using about 1/2 tablespoon of chorizo per date. Cut bacon slices in half lengthwise and wrap a slice around each date.

4. Put the dates on a baking sheet and bake for 15  minutes, until the chorizo is cooked through. Turn oven up for 2 to 4 minutes, until bacon is dark brown and crisp.

5. Spread sauce on each plate and place 3 dates on top. Serve warm.