Bobotie

A classic South African dish of spiced minced lamb topped with a creamy savory egg custard and baked.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 716.1 kcals 2864.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 32.8 grams 131.2 grams
Fat 49.1 grams 196.4 grams
Protein 35.7 grams 142.8 grams
Cook Time
50 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
3
piece
Eggs
Free-range
150
ml
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
Juice and zest only
75
g
GrainsCereals
1
slice
White Bread
Soaked in milk and squeezed dry
Meat
500
g
NutsSeeds
2
clove
Garlic
Crushed
1
tbsp
75
g
Almonds
Toasted
1
unit
Salt
To taste
1
unit
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
4
piece
OilsFats
50
ml
Olive Oil
Divided use
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
Chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Heat 25ml of oil in a large frying pan and brown the lamb mince.
  • Drain the mince in a sieve to remove excess fat.
  • Wipe the pan, add the remaining oil, and sauté the onions and garlic until soft.
  • Return the mince to the pan and stir in the curry powder, lemon, chutney, sultanas, almonds, and bread.
  • Season the mixture and transfer it into a greased ovenproof dish.
  • Insert the bay leaves into the meat mixture.
  • Whisk the eggs and milk together, then pour over the meat.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Serve the bobotie with cooked rice and chutney.