Bunny Chow Recipe
Bunny Chow Recipe is a delicious and hearty South African dish that combines rich curry flavors with a distinctive serving style. Traditionally, this meal is served in a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with a flavorful curry, offering a unique blend of taste and texture. Whether you're hosting a gathering or trying something new at home, this Bunny Chow Recipe is a perfect way to explore global flavors with minimal effort. In this guide, you'll learn how to create an authentic Bunny Chow Recipe with easy-to-follow steps and useful tips.
Equipment
- Large pot for cooking curry
- Serrated knife for cutting bread
- Wooden spoon for stirring
- Hollow loaf of bread
Ingredients
- 500g chicken (or lamb/chickpeas for vegetarian version)
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 cup water or chicken stock
- 1 loaf of white bread
- Fresh coriander (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the curry base: Heat oil in a large pot and sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant.
- Add the spices: Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Cook the spices for 1-2 minutes to release their aromas.
- Cook the meat (or chickpeas): Add your choice of meat (or chickpeas) to the pot. Stir to coat with the spices and cook until browned.
- Add tomatoes and water: Pour in the chopped tomatoes and water (or stock). Simmer on low heat for about 30-35 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
- Prepare the bread: While the curry cooks, slice the loaf of bread in half and hollow out the middle to create a bowl.
- Assemble the Bunny Chow: Once the curry is ready, spoon it into the hollowed-out bread. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, replace the meat with chickpeas or lentils.
- You can adjust the spice level by adding or reducing the curry powder and chili.
- Use day-old bread for a sturdier base.
