Authentic South African Durban Chicken Bunny Chow

A classic Durban street food staple featuring a fragrant, spicy chicken curry served inside a hollowed-out loaf of white bread.

65 min total Base: 2 servings 750 cal total

Submitted by Mystery Chef AI

Ingredients

Adjust Servings2 servings

1Base: 2 servings16

Fixed ingredients: Small white bread loaves, Onion, finely chopped, Tomato, crushed, Potatoes, cubed, Garlic and ginger paste — quantities stay the same regardless of serving count.

Small white bread loaves

2 loaf(fixed)

Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless

500 grams

Onion, finely chopped

1 medium(fixed)

Durban masala curry powder

3 tablespoons

Tomato, crushed

2 medium(fixed)

Potatoes, cubed

2 medium(fixed)

Garlic and ginger paste

1 tablespoon(fixed)

Instructions

Prepare the loaves by cutting each in half crosswise and removing the soft center crumb, leaving a thick shell.

Sauté onions in oil until translucent, then add garlic, ginger, and curry powder, cooking until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown them evenly.

Stir in tomatoes and potatoes, then add a splash of water, cover, and simmer until the chicken and potatoes are tender.

Adjust seasoning and ensure the sauce has thickened sufficiently to avoid a soggy bread bowl.

Ladle the curry into the hollowed bread shells and cap with the reserved soft bread crumb.

💡 Chef's Tip

For the best experience, eat with your hands using the 'cap' of the bread to scoop up the curry. Ensure your bread loaf is fresh but has a sturdy crust to prevent leaks.

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