South African Bobotie
South African Bobotie
Bobotie, is a South African dish (considered a national dish by many!) Consisting of spiced minced meat baked with an egg-based topping, this traditional bobotie recipe is sure to impress. Plate up some magic with this delicious comforting South African dish with a wonderful mix of flavours, savoury and meaty, but with that touch of sweetness and spice. It's no wonder it's a South African favourite, and hopefully, it will soon be one of yours too. Serve with a delicious buttery sweet rice and veggies of your choice.
- 1 Kg Ground Beef/Mince
- 4 Tbles Butter
- 4 Tbles Oil
- 2 Large Onions (Finely Chopped)
- 1 Cup Green Peppers (Cubed)
- 3 Tsps Ginger and Garlic Paste
- 2 Tbles Curry Powder
- 1 Tsp Turmeric
- 1 Tsp Red Chilli Paste
- 2 Tsps Mixed Spice
- 4 Tbles Chutney
- Salt to Taste
- 2 Tbles Worcester Sauce
- 4 Slices White Bread (Soaked and Mashed in 100 ml of Milk)
For The Custard
- 1 Cup Milk
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1/4 Tsp Salt
- 1/8 Tsp Turmeric
For Topping
- A Few Bay or Lemon Leaves
- 3 Tbles Slivered Almonds ((Optional))
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Cook the onion in butter and oil until soft, then add garlic paste, bay leaves, spices and chutney.
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Add Worcester sauce and salt.
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Add the ground meat and cook until most of the pink is gone.
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Squeeze excess milk from the bread and add the bread to the meat mixture. Stir to combine.
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Remove from the stove and spoon mixture into a rectangular baking dish.
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Mix the beaten eggs with the reserved milk and add the salt and a pinch of turmeric. Pour over meat mixture and put a few bay leaves on top.
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Stand the baking dish in a larger pan of boiling water (this is important to prevent drying out) and bake, uncovered, at 180°C for 40 -45 minutes or golden brown and set.
Bobotie can be served with savoury rice and veg.
