A "not Quite Traditional" Moussaka Recipe

Name: A "not Quite Traditional" Moussaka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 -2 eggplant, sliced; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 onion, diced; 1 cup thinly sliced green beans; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 carrot, diced; 12 large capsicum, diced; 8 mushrooms, sliced (cup or button); 1 bunch spinach, roughly chopped; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 teaspoon rosemary; 2 (400 g) tin diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cups soymilk (normal cows milk can be used if desired); 4 tablespoons cornflour; 1 pinch nutmeg; pepper

Servings: persons

1 -2 eggplant, sliced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 onion, diced
1 cup thinly sliced green beans
1 zucchini, diced
1 carrot, diced
12 large capsicum, diced
8 mushrooms, sliced (cup or button)
1 bunch spinach, roughly chopped
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon rosemary
2 (400 g) tin diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups soymilk (normal cows milk can be used if desired)
4 tablespoons cornflour
1 pinch nutmeg
pepper

1
Bake eggplant in a hot oven for 30-45 minutes.
2
(The eggplant can be salted then washed to remove to bitterness prior to baking, if desired).
3
Vegetable sauce: Place onion and garlic in a hot fry pan (a little oil can be used if it's sticking) and saute until tender.
4
Add in the beans, capsicum and carrot and stirfry for 2-3 minutes.
5
Add the zucchini and stir fry until vegetables are tender.
6
Slowly add spinach and stir until broken down.
7
Stir in the tomatoes, herbs and tomato paste and bring to the boil.
8
Add the mushrooms and stir for 2-3 minutes.
9
Reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
10
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
11
White sauce: In a bowl combine the cornflour with a little of the milk to form a smooth paste.
12
Stir in the rest of the milk and combine (this eliminates the risk of lumps).
13
Place the mixture on a high heat and bring to the boil, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.
14
remove from heat and season with nutmeg and pepper.
15
Allow to cool.
16
Putting it all together: Place half of the vegetable sauce into the base of a large rectangular baking dish.
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Cover with half of the eggplant so the sauce is covered completely.
18
Top the eggplant with half of the white sauce.
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Add the remainder of the vegetable sauce to form another layer, then cover with the rest of the eggplant.
20
Cover the eggplant with the remainder of the white sauce to form the top layer.
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If you have no problem with dairy or cheese you could lightly cover the white sauce with some grated cheddar or parmesan, if desired.
22
Place dish in a moderate oven for 30-40 minutes, or until heated through.
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To serve it can be eaten on its own or accompanied by a tossed garden salad.

246

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 -2 eggplant, sliced, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 onion, diced, 1 cup thinly sliced green beans, and more.

Yes, A "not Quite Traditional" Moussaka falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

A "not Quite Traditional" Moussaka

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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