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Bunny Chow

Cultural Context

Originating from the Indian community in South Africa, Bunny Chow is a beloved street food that features a hollowed-out loaf filled with spicy curry. Traditionally served as a quick meal, it reflects the fusion of Indian and South African culinary traditions. Today, Bunny Chow has gained popularity beyond its roots, with variations found in many urban areas worldwide.

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4 servings
Servings4
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cumin (jeera)
1 large onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 green chilies
1 cup tomato puree
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (red chili powder)
1 tablespoon coriander (dania jeera powder)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup rajma (boiled beans)
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Start by heating oil in a pan.

2

Add jeera to the hot oil and let it infuse its flavor.

3

Add some chopped onions to the pan, reserving some for a salad.

4

Add garlic and ginger paste to the onions in the pan.

5

Add green chilies to the mixture.

6

Stir in tomato puree and let it cook to infuse the flavors.

7

Add red chili powder to the mixture, adjusting for spice level.

8

Stir in dania jeera powder and turmeric powder for flavor.

9

Add salt to taste and stir well.

10

If the gravy is too thick, add a little bit of water to adjust the consistency.

11

Prepare a side salad by mixing shredded carrots, chopped tomatoes, chopped onions, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.

12

Add fresh coriander to the salad and mix well.

13

Set the salad aside once mixed.

14

Return to the curry and add the boiled rajma (beans) to the mixture.

15

Stir the rajma into the curry and adjust the consistency with more water if needed.

16

Make a cut in the middle of a bread loaf to create a bowl.

17

Fill the bread bowl with the curry mixture.

18

Top the curry with the prepared salad for freshness.

19

Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknife

Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

glutenmilk

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