Bobotie - A Classic South African Recipe

Name: Bobotie - A Classic South African Recipe
Cuisine: Greek, American, Southern, European, Moroccan, African, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 slices of bread; 1 cup + ½ cup milk, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large onions, roughly chopped; 4 teaspoons medium curry powder; 1 teaspoon dried herbs (whatever you’ve got around – oregano, basil, marjoram, etc.); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 1/2 pound ground beef; 1/2 cup fruit chutney; 1 tablespoon apricot jam; Zest and juice of one medium lemon, divided; 4 teaspoons tomato paste; Salt and pepper; 2 large eggs; 4 bay leaves

Instructions

This classic dish from South Africa, Bobotie (pronounced ba-bo-tea), is made with ground beef seasoned to perfection, and a creamy, decadent topping. It is rich, savory, spicy, aromatic, and zingy. A comforting meal, full of the flavors of Africa!

Updated at: Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:53:47 GMT