The term bunny chow is derived from two words, bunny(Bhanya relating to the bunny chow inventor) and chow(South African slang word for food). Legend has it that it was first served in Durban restaurants, owned by South African Indians known as Bhanyas. In apartheid years many restaurants were not allowed to seat black patrons. Take away food could be sold to anyone but this was well before disposable plates were available.
A restaurateur came up with the perfect solution, placing the curry inside the bread. This bread bowl became known as the bunny chow. Its usually served with a spicy salad. Bunny chows are a strictly messy finger affair, utensils are never used. The concept of bunny chow is not unlike India's own pav bhaji, bread eaten with curry.
I've been thinking about serving either mutton/bean bunny chow at my supperclub but presentation serves a bit of a mystery. I don't want to place a quarter loaf of bread on a plate. I'm sure there is another way of presenting this great dish or do I stick to basics?
Sounds great! Have you decided dates yet? Can't wait to come!
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ReplyDeleteBrilliant. Let me know as soon as it's ready so that I can book!
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