Sundaland Recipes

Bunny Chow is a delightful dish that hails from the streets of Durban, South Africa. Despite its name, Bunny Chow has nothing to do with bunnies! It is actually a popular street food made with a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with delicious curry. 
The origin of this unique dish can be traced back to the Indian community in Durban, who created it as a portable and budget-friendly meal. Traditionally, Bunny Chow is filled with a spicy curry, typically made with chicken or mutton, but there are also vegetarian versions available.

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By:Sundaland Recipes Team
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Prep Time:15 Minutes
Cook Time:45 Minutes
Suitable:Halal
Category:Meal
Origin:South Africa, North Africa, India
Serving:4 Person
Tags:Tastes, Cultural, Breads

Nutrifacts:500 calories
  20 grams fat

Rating:3.6 

The loaf of bread acts as both a container and a utensil. The soft bread soaks up the flavorful curry, creating a mouthwatering combination of textures and tastes. It is usually served with a side of pickles or sambals to add an extra kick of flavor. 

Ingredients:

• 4 small round loaves of bread (preferably unsliced)
• 500g boneless chicken or mutton, cut into cubes
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons of curry powder
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon of chili powder (adjust to your taste)
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Start by hollowing out the bread loaves, creating a well in the center but leaving a sturdy bread shell.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the chicken or mutton cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Stir in the tomatoes, curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and season with salt. Mix well.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 30-40 minutes or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together.
6. Once the curry is done, spoon it into the hollowed-out bread loaves, filling them generously.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
8. Serve hot and enjoy the unique experience of eating Bunny Chow with your hands!