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ENJOY THE TRUE SOUTH AFRICAN EXPERIENCE Sure, you can make this dish in an oven, but for an authentic South African experience, gather some friends, make a fire, and enjoy the flavours of slow food done good. At Beerworks, we celebrate the fusion of great beer and fantastic food. So, grab a pint, dig into some Bunny Chow, and create some delicious memories. Cheers! Scan the code and see a short video of the recipe online. METHOD Marinate the Chicken: Clean and marinate the chicken breasts overnight with a rich brown or amber ale and masala spice. Gently massage the spice into the meat to tenderize and infuse flavor. Cooking Steps: Build a Fire: Get your potjie pot ready. Prep Veggies and Aromatics: Chop all your vegetables and prep the aromatics. Heat the Pot: Add 250ml olive oil to the pot. Sear the chicken breasts to lock in their juices and add color. Remove from heat and cover with beer to retain moisture. Cook the Base: Add another 250ml of olive or vegetable oil. Brown the onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and spices. Simmer: Add 500ml Blonde Ale or Weiss, then add chicken, potatoes, carrots, and seasonal vegetables. Simmer for about an hour until the potatoes are tender. Leave the lid open to reduce moisture and thicken the sauce. Adjust Heat: If the curry is too spicy, add plain yogurt or coconut cream. Add more beer if needed to maintain moisture and prevent burning. Serving Suggestions: This recipe serves up to 10 people. Serve with bread. Garnish with fresh limes or lemons, and coriander. Side Sambal: Make a side sambal with finely chopped tomatoes, onions, fresh coriander, cucumber, Greek yogurt, and lime. BEERWORKS’ CHICKEN BUNNY CHOW RECIPE INGREDIENTS 1 kg Potatoes 1 kg Onions 1 kg Tomatoes 1 kg Carrots 1 kg Seasonal Veg (Mielies, Green Beans, Pumpkin) 2 kg Free Range Chicken Breasts Fresh Coriander Spices: 3 tbsp Turmeric 3 tbsp Masala 3 tbsp Whole Coriander 3 tbsp Cinnamon 3 Cardamom Pods 3 Whole Cloves Salt and Pepper to taste Aromatics: 3 whole Garlic Cloves 3 whole Chilies 3 chopped Ginger Roots Coriander fresh 3 Limes 36 | Winter 2024 | ontapmag.co.za