South African Bobotie Recipe

Name: South African Bobotie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 thick slices country-style white bread, crusts removed; 1 cup warm milk; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons curry paste or powder; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 2 pounds minced raw or cooked lamb; 1 tablespoon apricot jam; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar; 1 egg, whisked; 1/4 cup raisins; 20 roasted whole almonds; 3 eggs; 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 2 cups milk; Sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg

Servings: persons

2 thick slices country-style white bread, crusts removed
1 cup warm milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons curry paste or powder
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 pounds minced raw or cooked lamb
1 tablespoon apricot jam
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 egg, whisked
1/4 cup raisins
20 roasted whole almonds
3 eggs
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 cups milk
Sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
In a flat bowl, soak the bread in the warm milk.
3
In a nonreactive heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
4
Add the onion and saute until the onion is translucent, 5 minutes.
5
Add the curry and coriander and cook until the spices no longer smell raw, 5 minutes more.
6
Add the lamb and saute, breaking up the lamb with a large spoon, until cooked or warmed through.
7
Remove the skillet from the heat.
8
Using a slotted spoon, remove the bread from milk and gently squeeze out any excess milk.
9
Add the bread, jam, salt, vinegar, egg, raisins, and almonds to the meat mixture and blend well.
10
The consistency should be the same as for a meat loaf.
11
Oil a 3-quart baking dish or souffle dish.
12
Add the meat mixture and smooth the surface, gently pressing the mixture into place with your fingertips.
13
Make the custard: Beat the eggs, lemon zest, and ginger with the milk.
14
Strain through a sieve onto the meat.
15
Garnish with nutmeg.
16
Bake until the custard is set, 30 to 45 minutes.

3897

kcal

Calories

321

Fat

123

Carbs

181

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

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 thick slices country-style white bread, crusts removed, 1 cup warm milk, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, South African Bobotie falls under the General 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!

South African Bobotie

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Variations & substitutions

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