General
buss-up-shut
What does buss-up-shut mean?
A soft shredded paratha flatbread cooked and beaten so it looks like a 'busted-up shirt'. Also written buss-up-shot.
"Curry goat with buss-up-shut is my favourite meal."
Origin
Trinidadian; corruption of 'burst-up shirt', from its ragged appearance.
Frequently asked questions
What is buss-up-shut?
It's a soft, flaky paratha roti that's been beaten and shredded until it looks like a torn-up shirt, usually eaten with curry.
Why is it called buss-up-shut?
The name is a corruption of 'burst-up shirt', because the ragged, shredded bread resembles a busted old shirt.
What do you eat with buss-up-shut?
It's commonly served with curried meats and vegetables like curry goat, chicken or channa, used to scoop up the curry.
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