Greek Moussaka Recipe

Name: Greek Moussaka Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pound grnd lamb; 1 lg. onion, minced finely; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tbsp. cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon cloves; 3-5 sm. to med. eggplants; 2 tbsp. butter; 1 can stewed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon salt or possibly to taste; 1/2 teaspoon pepper or possibly to taste; 2 1/2 c. bechamel sauce (recipe follows); 1 1/2 c. grated Swiss cheese

Servings: persons

3 pound grnd lamb
1 lg. onion, minced finely
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tbsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cloves
3-5 sm. to med. eggplants
2 tbsp. butter
1 can stewed tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt or possibly to taste
1/2 teaspoon pepper or possibly to taste
2 1/2 c. bechamel sauce (recipe follows)
1 1/2 c. grated Swiss cheese

1
Saute/fry the onion, grnd lamb and garlic.
2
Add in cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3
Drain thoroughly.
4
Set aside.
5
Cut the eggplants in half and cut the pulp out of the shells.
6
Leave about 1/2 inch of pulp in the shell.
7
The shells can be used as serving boats or possibly the shells can be cut and used to line the bottom of a 9x13 inch greased pan.
8
Saute/fry 4-5 c. of the eggplant pulp, minced fine, in 2 Tbsp.
9
butter.
10
Add in the stewed tomatoes, liquid removed and the juice reserved.
11
Add in the meat mix and salt and pepper to taste.
12
Add in some of the reserved juice, if necessary.
13
Put the mix in the shells or possibly the shell-lined pan.
14
This can be done ahead to this point and refrigerated.
15
When ready to do final preparation, remove from the refrigerator.
16
Prepare a bechamel sauce as follows.

1715

kcal

Calories

122

Fat

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pound grnd lamb, 1 lg. onion, minced finely, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, 1 tbsp. cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Greek Moussaka 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!