Lamb and Pumpkin Bobotie Recipe

Name: Lamb and Pumpkin Bobotie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups milk; 2 slices white bread; 5 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into small cubes; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup slivered almonds; 4 to 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 3 eggs; 2 bay leaves

Servings: persons

4 cups milk
2 slices white bread
5 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into small cubes
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup slivered almonds
4 to 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 eggs
2 bay leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Pour the milk into a bowl and soak the bread in the milk for 10 minutes.
3
Put the lamb in a very large bowl.
4
Squeeze the bread (reserve the milk) and then add the soaked bread to the lamb, along with the onion, raisins, almonds, lemon juice, curry powder, and turmeric.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Melt the butter and oil in a large frying pan over high heat.
7
Add the meat mixture and brown it lightly, 5 to 7 minutes.
8
Transfer the mixture to a large casserole.
9
Beat the eggs and reserved milk in a bowl and pour over the meat.
10
Garnish with the bay leaves.
11
Bake until the casserole is set, about 1 hour.
12
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
13
The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

2187

kcal

Calories

156

Fat

Carbs

164

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups milk, 2 slices white bread, 5 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into small cubes, 1 large onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lamb and Pumpkin Bobotie 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.

Lamb and Pumpkin Bobotie

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