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Famous South African Bunny Chow with Spicy Chicken Curry

Warm, crusty bread bowl filled with spicy chicken curry, topped with fresh coriander, in about 60 minutes.

About This Recipe

Bunny Chow is a South African dish that combines a crusty bread bowl with spicy chicken curry. The key move is filling the bread while the curry is hot, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Bunny Chow is a street food classic from Durban, South Africa. It's a delicious combination of spicy chicken curry served in a hollowed-out bread roll. This dish is not only hearty but also quite fun to eat!

The method of cooking the chicken in a flavorful curry allows the spices to infuse deeply. We want to keep an eye on the chicken to ensure it becomes tender without drying out.

Expect a warm, comforting dish with a spicy kick. One common pitfall is undercooking the chicken, which can leave it tough. Make sure to let it simmer until it's fork-tender.

We serve Bunny Chow with a side of extra curry or a fresh salad. The bread becomes a delicious vessel for the rich flavors, making every bite enjoyable.

Why This Recipe Works

Hot Curry, Warm Bread: The hot curry fills the bread, allowing it to soak up flavors while maintaining its structure.
Tender Chicken, Bold Flavors: Slow cooking the chicken ensures it's tender and absorbs the spices, creating a rich sauce.
Fresh Herbs Brighten Up: Garnishing with fresh coriander adds a burst of freshness, balancing the heat of the curry.

Chef's Pro Tip: For the best flavor, let the curry simmer longer; this deepens the spices and makes the chicken incredibly tender.

Pinar - MsPinaQ

2026-10-03

Recipe by MsPinaQ

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Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

40 min

Total Time

60 min

Servings

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Directions

1
Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
2
Stir in garlic, ginger, and curry powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3
Add chopped tomatoes, chicken thighs, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Bring to a simmer.
4
Cover and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is tender.
5
While the curry simmers, prepare the bread rolls by hollowing them out gently.
6
Once cooked, shred the chicken into the curry sauce. Mix well and adjust seasoning if needed.
7
Fill each hollowed bread roll with the spicy chicken curry. Garnish with fresh coriander.
8
Serve hot, allowing the bread to soak up the curry flavors.