A classic South African street food, Bunny Chow is a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with a flavorful curry. It's hearty, delicious, and perfect for a casual meal.
2poundsboneless lamb shouldercut into 1-inch cubes
2tablespoonsvegetable oil
2largeonionschopped
4clovesgarlicminced
1tablespoonfresh gingergrated
2tablespoonscurry powder
1teaspoonturmeric
0.5teaspooncumin
0.5teaspooncoriander
0.25teaspooncayenne pepperor to taste
1candiced tomatoes14.5 ounce
2cupsbeef broth
0.5cuppotatoespeeled and diced
0.5cupcarrotspeeled and diced
0.25cupfresh cilantrochopped, for garnish
salt and black pepperto taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Cut the top third off the loaf of bread and set aside. Scoop out the soft bread from the inside of the loaf, leaving a shell. This will be your 'bunny'.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the lamb and brown on all sides. Remove the lamb and set aside.
Add the chopped onions to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant.
Return the browned lamb to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes (undrained) and beef broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender.
Add the diced potatoes and carrots to the pot. Continue to simmer, covered, for another 20-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Season the curry with salt and black pepper to taste.
Spoon the hot curry into the hollowed-out bread loaf. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately. The bread lid can be used for dipping.
Notes
Bunny Chow is traditionally made with a quarter, half, or full loaf of bread, depending on how many people are sharing. Enjoy this iconic South African dish!