Bunny Chow

Bunny Chow

A South African street food featuring a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with spicy curry.

20 mins

Prep Time

40 mins

Cook Time

4

Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 large loaf of unsliced white bread
  • 500g chicken or lamb, cubed
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 2 green chilies, sliced
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Nutrition Facts

650Calories
30gProtein
75gCarbs
25gFat

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Instructions

1

Prepare the bread: Cut the loaf of bread into quarters. Hollow out the center of each quarter, leaving about 1 cm of bread inside. Set aside the removed bread for dipping.

2

Cook the base: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until onions are translucent.

3

Add spices: Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4

Brown the meat: Add the cubed chicken or lamb to the pot. Cook until the meat is browned on all sides.

5

Simmer the curry: Add diced tomatoes, potatoes, and stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.

6

Assemble the Bunny Chow: Spoon the hot curry into the hollowed-out bread quarters. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve with the reserved bread pieces for dipping.

Chef's Tips

  • Bread Choice: Use a sturdy bread like a round loaf or sourdough to hold the curry without getting soggy too quickly.
  • Vegetarian Option: Substitute meat with chickpeas or lentils for a delicious vegetarian version.
  • Spice Level: Adjust the number of green chilies to control the heat level of the curry.
  • Make Ahead: The curry can be made a day in advance and reheated before serving for enhanced flavors.
  • Serving Suggestion: Serve with a side of sambals (chopped tomatoes, onions, and chilies) for added freshness.
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