Traditional Bulgarian Moussaka
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Traditional Bulgarian Moussaka

Moussaka is beloved Balkan and Middle East dish. Its preparation depends on the region. In Bulgaria Moussaka is based on potatoes and ground meat.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time1 hr 20 mins
Total Time1 hr 30 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Bulgaria
Keyword: Beef, ground beef, potatoes
Servings: 10
Calories: 406kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lb potatoes, cut in small cubes
  • 1 lb ground meat
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tsp crushed black pepper

Instructions

  • Start with cooking the onion in a pan with 1/4 oil until golden brown. Then add the ground meat, the pepper, the paprika, and half the salt.
  • Fry until meat gets brown and then remove the pan from the heat.
  • Mix well with the potatoes and the other 1/2 tablespoon of salt. Add the mixture in a casserole pan with the rest of the oil. Bake in oven for about 40 minutes on 425 F (~220 C).
  • Mix the milk and the eggs separately and pour on top  of the meal for the last 10  minutes in the oven untill it turns brownish.

Nutrition

Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 33.2g | Protein: 35.1g | Fat: 14.2g | Saturated Fat: 5.6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8.6g | Cholesterol: 190mg | Sodium: 1182mg | Fiber: 5.6g | Sugar: 8g

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