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Traditional Durban Bunny Chow
Traditional dish · South African
A classic Bunny Chow, a hollowed-out loaf of white bread filled with a rich, spicy curry. This version is the authentic Durban style, typically made with mutton or lamb.
Ingredients
- Lamb shoulder or mutton, bone-in1 kg
- Vegetable oil120 ml
- Onions, sliced3 large
- Garlic, minced6 cloves
- Ginger, grated5 cm piece
- Curry powder (medium hot)3 tbsp
- Turmeric powder1 tsp
- Cumin seeds1 tsp
- Coriander seeds, ground1 tsp
- Garam masala1 tsp
- Chilli powder (to taste)1-2 tsp
- Tomatoes, pureed400 g
- Potatoes, peeled and cubed500 g
- Beef or lamb stock500 ml
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)a handful
- White bread loaves (unsliced)4 quarter loaves
Steps
- 1
Cut the lamb into bite-sized pieces. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb pieces in batches, then set aside.
- 3
Add sliced onions to the pot and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Add curry powder, turmeric, cumin seeds, ground coriander, garam masala, and chilli powder. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- 6
Add the pureed tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oil starts to separate.
- 7
Return the browned lamb to the pot. Add the cubed potatoes and beef/lamb stock. Bring to a simmer.
- 8
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for at least 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the lamb is very tender and the curry has thickened. Stir occasionally, adding a little water if it becomes too dry.
- 9
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh coriander.
- 10
To prepare the Bunny Chow, cut off the top quarter of each bread loaf. Hollow out the inside of the bread, leaving a thick wall. Be careful not to cut through the bottom or sides.
- 11
Fill the hollowed-out bread loaves generously with the hot curry. Serve immediately.
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