Skillet Moussaka Recipe

Name: Skillet Moussaka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) eggplants; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped, divided; 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb lamb; 2 teaspoons dry oregano, divided; ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon allspice; ¾ cup tomato puree or ¾ cup crushed tomatoes; ½ cup water; ⅓ cup Greek yogurt, plain; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded; ½ cup of fresh mint or ½ cup parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

1 (9 ounce) eggplants
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped, divided
1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb lamb
2 teaspoons dry oregano, divided
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon allspice
¾ cup tomato puree or ¾ cup crushed tomatoes
½ cup water
⅓ cup Greek yogurt, plain
1 medium onion, finely chopped
½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup of fresh mint or ½ cup parsley, chopped

1
Chop eggplant in half, then in slices.
2
Using 1 T oil, lightly brush eggplant slices on both sides.
3
Set aside.
4
Heat 1-1/2 T oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Add half the garlic and cook, stirring for 30 seconds.
6
Add meat, 1t oregano, salt, pepper, cinnamon and allspice.
7
Cook, stirring and breaking up the meat, until no longer pink, 4-8 minutes.
8
Using a slotted spoon, remove meat and garlic from the pan, draining well, and transfer to a medium bowl.
9
Add tomato puree (or crushed tomatoes), water and 1/3 C yogurt to the meat mixture; stir to combine.
10
Pour of any liquid in the pan and wipe the pan clean.
11
Heat the remaining 1-1/2 T oil over medium heat.
12
Add onion, remaining garlic, 1t oregano, and the eggplant; cook, stirring, until the eggplant has softened, 3-4 minutes.
13
Reduce heat to medium-low and add the meat mixture.
14
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion and eggplant are soft, 12-15 minutes.
15
Sprinkle cheese and mint (or parsley) on top and stir to combine.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (9 ounce) eggplants, 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided, 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped, divided, 1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb lamb, and more.

Yes, Skillet Moussaka 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.

Skillet Moussaka

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