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Bobotie (South African Beef Casserole)

Bobotie (South African Beef Casserole)

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 60 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Base Ingredients

    • 2 pounds ground beef
    • 🥚 2 large eggs
    • 3 slices white bread
    • 🥛 1 1/2 cups milk

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 1 large onion
    • 4 cloves garlic

  • Spices and Flavorings

    • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
    • 5 teaspoons curry powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • Liquids and Additional Flavor Enhancers

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 🧈 1 tablespoon butter
    • 🍅 1 tablespoon tomato paste
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • 1 tablespoon wine vinegar
    • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1/3 cup chutney

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add onions and salt, cooking until translucent for 3 to 5 minutes.

3

Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, black pepper, and oregano, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.

4

Add ground beef and cook, breaking into crumbles. Add bay leaf, tomato paste, and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes.

5

Mix in lemon juice, zest, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and chutney. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.

6

Soak bread in 1/2 cup of milk for 5 minutes. Mash and integrate soaked bread into the meat.

7

Whisk remaining milk, eggs, cayenne, and a pinch of salt. Pour mixture over meat and top with bay leaves.

8

Bake in the oven until custard is set and lightly golden, about 45 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

441

Calories

  • 36
    Protein
  • 13
    Carbs
  • 27
    Fats

💡 Adding chutney gives a sweet and tangy flavor, enhancing the dish’s complexity.Use fresh bay leaves for a more aromatic custard layer.Serve with a side of rice and fresh salad for a complete meal.