Bobotie (The Boschendal's recipe)

Name: Bobotie (The Boschendal's recipe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large onions, finely chopped; 2 large cloves garlic, crushed; 2 tablespoons of oil; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 slice day-old white or brown bread; 1 cup of milk; 2 eggs; 1 tablespoon of sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; juice of one large lemon; 3 tablespoons chopped mango chutney; 12 blanched almonds, chopped; 1/2 cup seedless raisins; 4 pieces of lemon rind; 2 pounds minced lamb or beef

Servings: persons

2 large onions, finely chopped
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons of oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 slice day-old white or brown bread
1 cup of milk
2 eggs
1 tablespoon of sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
juice of one large lemon
3 tablespoons chopped mango chutney
12 blanched almonds, chopped
1/2 cup seedless raisins
4 pieces of lemon rind
2 pounds minced lamb or beef

1
Brown the onions and garlic lightly in the oil and add the curry powder.
2
Cook gently for about two minutes.
3
Meantime, soak the bread in the milk and squeeze dry, saving the milk.
4
In a large mixing bowl, add the onion mixture to the bread plus all the remaining ingredients except one egg.
5
Mix well.
6
Pack into an ovenproof dish that has been rubbed with butter.
7
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for one hour.
8
Beat the remaining egg with a little of the saved milk and pour over the top.
9
Bake a further 15 to 20 minutes until the custard is set and the top a golden brown.
10
Serve with rice and stewed apricots.

2626

kcal

Calories

203

Fat

106

Carbs

135

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large onions, finely chopped, 2 large cloves garlic, crushed, 2 tablespoons of oil, 1 tablespoon curry powder, and more.

Yes, Bobotie (The Boschendal's recipe) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!