Ingredients
– 4 small loaves of white bread (or 2 large loaves)
– 1 pound of meat (chicken, lamb, or beef), cubed
– 1 can of chickpeas (optional for vegetarian version)
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
– 2 tablespoons curry powder
– 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon coriander
– 1 can of diced tomatoes
– 1 cup coconut milk (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh coriander for garnish
– Chili peppers for heat (optional)
Instructions
Creating Bunny Chow can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Bread: Cut the top off each loaf of bread and hollow out the inside, leaving a thick shell. Set the bread aside.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.
3. Add Spices: Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Cook the Meat: Add the cubed meat to the pot. Stir to coat with the spice mixture and cook until browned on all sides.
5. Add Tomatoes and Coconut Milk: Pour in the diced tomatoes and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the meat is tender. For vegetarian options, add chickpeas in place of meat.
6. Season: Taste the curry and season with salt and pepper as needed. Adjust spice levels with chili peppers if desired.
7. Fill the Bread: Once the curry is ready, carefully spoon the mixture into the hollowed-out bread loaves.
8. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh coriander and any additional toppings you prefer.
9. Serve: Place the filled loaves on a serving platter with the tops alongside for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g