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Moussaka

A delicious Mediterranean dish made with layers of eggplant, spiced meat, and creamy béchamel sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: moussaka, Greek cuisine, Mediterranean recipes, comfort food
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants sliced
  • 500 g ground lamb or beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 400 g canned tomatoes diced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 100 g grated cheese Kefalotyri or Parmesan
  • 2 cups béchamel sauce
  • Olive oil for frying

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Slice the eggplants and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
  • Rinse and pat dry the eggplants.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan and fry the eggplant slices until golden brown. Set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
  • Add the ground meat and cook until browned.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, cinnamon, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • In a baking dish, layer half of the eggplant, followed by the meat mixture.
  • Add another layer of eggplant, then pour the béchamel sauce over the top.
  • Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 3g