Homemade South African Bunny Chow

Bunny Chow is a beloved South African street food that originated in Durban, a
melting pot of Indian and Zulu cultures

Servings: 4 Servings

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Prep Time
20 minutes

Cook Time
1 hour

Total Time
1 hour, 20 minutes

Main Course

South African

African Cousine Bunny Chow Spicy Recipe

Instructions

1 Prep Your Ingredients

Chop your onions, mince your garlic and ginger, dice your potatoes, and cube the
lamb. Grate the tomatoes or pulse them in a blender for a smoother base.
2 Sauté the Base

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until
golden brown (about 8–10 minutes). Add garlic and ginger and stir for another
1–2 minutes.
3 Build the Flavor

Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, curry powder, and cayenne. Stir
constantly for about a minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.
4 Brown the Meat

Add the lamb cubes and cook until browned on all sides. This step adds depth to
the flavor.
5 Simmer the Curry

Add the grated tomatoes and diced potatoes. Stir everything well. Pour in the
stock, season with salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for
35–40 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and the potatoes are soft. Stir
occasionally.
6 Prepare the Bread Bowls

While the curry simmers, cut the loaf of bread into quarters. Use your hands or
a spoon to hollow out the center of each quarter, leaving thick walls and a base
intact. Keep the scooped-out bread for dipping.
7 Assemble the Bunny Chow

Spoon the hot curry into each bread “bowl” until generously filled. Top with
fresh cilantro and serve immediately.