Description
Originating from the vibrant street food culture of Durban, Bunny Chow is beloved for its vibrant flavors and awesome presentation.
Ingredients
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For the Bunny Chow:
- 1 loaf fresh bread
For the Curry:
- 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 3cm piece of ginger, grated
- 1 red chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 2.2 lbs (1 kg) stewing lamb (deboned if preferred)
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 2 tbsp garam masala (hot)
- 1 can chopped tomatoes
- 2 tsp sugar
- 25 fl oz (750 ml) water or chicken stock
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into large chunks
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Curry:
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, fry the onions, garlic, chili, and ginger until soft and fragrant.
- Brown the Lamb: Add the lamb and brown in the pan for 3-5 minutes.
- Add the Spices: Add all the spices and stir to coat the lamb. Fry for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.
- Add Tomatoes and Sugar: Add the chopped tomatoes and sugar. Stir to coat the lamb.
- Simmer: Add enough water to just cover the lamb. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add the potatoes and more water if necessary. Cook for another 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the lamb is soft.
Prepare the Bread:
- Slice and Hollow: Slice the loaf of bread into quarters. Hollow out each piece, leaving a bit of bread at the bottom to hold the curry.
Assemble the Bunny Chow:
- Fill the Bread: Spoon the curry into the hollowed-out bread pieces.
- Top and Serve: Place the chunk of bread you scooped out on top. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the lamb is well-browned to enhance the flavor of the curry.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
- Use a good-quality, crusty bread to hold the curry well.
- If you prefer a milder curry, reduce the amount of chili and garam masala.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 60 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: South African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 Loaf
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg