Bobotie South Africa

Discover the robust flavors of South Africa with this classic Bobotie recipe—a comforting baked dish that blends savory and sweet in perfect harmony. Made with tender minced beef or lamb and infused with a fragrant mix of curry powder, turmeric, cinnamon, and coriander, this dish boasts a rich, spiced aroma. Apricot jam, chutney, raisins, and a splash of lemon juice add a subtle sweetness, while a creamy, golden egg custard topping brings it all together. Finished with bay leaves for a traditional touch, Bobotie is best served warm with fluffy rice or a crisp salad. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple ingredients, this South African favorite is both easy to make and irresistibly flavorful, making it the perfect centerpiece for a hearty family meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g minced beef or lamb
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 bread slice
• 200 ml milk
• 2 tbsp apricot jam
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 50 g raisins
• 2 tbsp chutney
• 2 large eggs
• 4 bay leaves
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute until the spices release their aroma.

Step 5

Add the minced meat to the skillet. Cook and stir until it's browned and fully cooked through, breaking up any clumps.

Step 6

In a small bowl, soak the bread slice in half of the milk (100 ml) until soft. Squeeze out the excess milk and crumble the bread into the skillet.

Step 7

Stir in the apricot jam, lemon juice, raisins, chutney, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine and allow to simmer gently for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the meat mixture to a greased ovenproof dish and flatten the surface with a spatula.

Step 9

Whisk the eggs with the remaining milk (100 ml) in a bowl. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the meat in the dish.

Step 10

Arrange the bay leaves on top for a decorative touch and added flavor.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the egg topping is set and lightly golden.

Step 12

Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve warm with rice, chutney, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1189.2 grams (1189.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2237

Total Fat 142.10g	182%
Saturated Fat 49.90g	250%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.00g
Cholesterol 791mg	264%
Sodium 7463mg	324%
Total Carbohydrate 135.50g	49%
Dietary Fiber 9.90g	35%
Total Sugars 91.70g
Protein 111.20g	222%

Vitamin D 208IU	1039%
Calcium 556mg	43%
Iron 29mg	158%
Potassium 2648mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 23.9%