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Traditional Outrageously Delicious Greek Moussaka Recipe

Traditional Outrageously Delicious Greek Moussaka Recipe

Experience the flavors of Greece with this Traditional Outrageously Delicious Greek Moussaka Recipe, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 1557

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Layer
  • 4 potatoes sliced into disks
  • 4 zucchini sliced into disks
  • 4 eggplants sliced into disks
  • 2 cups olive oil for frying
Meat Sauce
  • 1 kg beef mince meat
  • 1 large red onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium-sized garlic bulb minced
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 800 grams crushed canned tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped
Béchamel Sauce
  • 150 grams unsalted butter
  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 litre milk
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 250 grams Kefalograviera cheese shredded

Equipment

  • large frying pan
  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. Slice the potatoes, zucchini, and eggplants into circular disks.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the vegetable slices until they are cooked and golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. In a large pot over high heat, add the olive oil, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook until soft and translucent.
  4. Add the beef mince and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
  5. Pour in the red wine and let it simmer until mostly evaporated (about 3 minutes).
  6. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and add the salt, white pepper, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, sugar, thyme, oregano, bay leaves, and chopped parsley. Mix well and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes and then remove bay leaves.
  7. In another saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Gradually add the flour while stirring until a smooth paste forms.
  8. Slowly add the milk while stirring constantly until a thick, creamy texture is achieved.
  9. Stir in the egg yolks, nutmeg, and shredded Kefalograviera cheese until combined. Cook until thickened and bubbling, then remove from heat.
  10. Preheat the oven to 165°C (fan-forced).
  11. Arrange the potato slices in a single layer in a baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with cheese.
  12. Add a layer of eggplant slices, season, and sprinkle with cheese.
  13. Layer the zucchini slices, season, and sprinkle with cheese.
  14. Add another layer of eggplant slices, season, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  15. Pour the meat sauce evenly over the layered vegetables.
  16. Top with béchamel sauce, spreading it evenly.
  17. Bake for 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Check from 30 minutes onwards.
  18. Let the moussaka rest for a minimum of 30 minutes before slicing. Cut into portions and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 1557kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 70gFat: 85gSaturated Fat: 35gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Feel free to swap the beef with lamb or mushrooms for a vegetarian version. Use high-quality olive oil for better flavor.

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