Meat Curry (Bobotie) Recipe

Name: Meat Curry (Bobotie)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs cooked lamb or 2 lbs mutton; 1 thick slice bread; 12 pint milk; 2 medium onions, sliced; 1 apple, sliced; 1 ounce butter; 2 tablespoons curry powder; 2 teaspoons caster sugar; salt; 8 almonds, finely chopped; 1 handful raisins (or sultanas); 2 eggs; pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs cooked lamb or 2 lbs mutton
1 thick slice bread
12 pint milk
2 medium onions, sliced
1 apple, sliced
1 ounce butter
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 teaspoons caster sugar
salt
8 almonds, finely chopped
1 handful raisins (or sultanas)
2 eggs
pepper

1
Mince the meat finely.
2
Soak the bread in the milk, beat the lumps out with a fork and drain off any surplus milk.
3
Fry the onions and apple in the butter; add the curry powder, sugar, a little salt, almonds, raisins and 1 well- beaten egg, them the meat.
4
Mix well, stirring over the heat for a few minutes, then put into a well-buttered dish.
5
Beat the second egg;add the rest of the milk strained off the bread, which should not be less than a quarter of a pint.
6
Add salt and pepper to taste and pour over the mixture, then bake gently in a 350* oven until the custard is set.
7
The same mixture put into an open short crust flan and served cold, makes an excellent picnic dish.

2169

kcal

Calories

167

Fat

Carbs

115

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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs cooked lamb or 2 lbs mutton, 1 thick slice bread, 12 pint milk, 2 medium onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Meat Curry (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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meat Curry (Bobotie)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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