Moussaka

Indulge in a Greek-style moussaka made with aubergines and lamb, packed with herbs and topped with two types of cheese.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 801.7 kcals 4810 kcals
Carbohydrates 38.4 grams 230.2 grams
Fat 55.5 grams 332.8 grams
Protein 37.4 grams 224.5 grams
Cook Time
120 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
900
ml
85
g
Parmesan
Grated
115
g
Gruyère
Grated
2
piece
Egg Yolks
Free-range
1
piece
Egg
Free-range
GrainsCereals
1
cup
Plain Flour
For dusting aubergines
85
g
Plain Flour
For topping sauce
Liquids
175
ml
Meat
675
g
NutsSeeds
3
clove
Garlic
Chopped
1.25
ml
1.25
ml
1
tbsp
Oregano
Fresh, chopped
2
piece
1
tsp
Thyme
Fresh soft leaves
1
g
Salt
To taste
1
g
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
75
ml
Olive Oil
Divided use
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
Finely chopped
800
g
Chopped Tomatoes
Two 400g tins
4
piece
Aubergines
Cut into 1cm slices

Steps

  • Sauté onion in 2 tbsp olive oil for 10 minutes until soft.
  • Brown the lamb mince in batches and combine with onions and garlic.
  • Add cinnamon, allspice, tomatoes, herbs, and wine, then simmer for 1 hour.
  • Salt the sliced aubergines in a colander for 30 minutes to remove bitterness.
  • Melt butter, stir in flour and milk to create a thickened béchamel sauce.
  • Stir 55g each of parmesan and gruyère into the sauce and season.
  • Rinse aubergines, dust with flour, and fry in batches until golden.
  • Whisk the egg and egg yolks into the cooled cheese sauce.
  • Layer mince and aubergines in a dish, topping with sauce and remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 180°C for 50-60 minutes until golden.