Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup dry apricots, chopped
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 bay leaf
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper over medium heat.
- Drain off any excess fat.
- Stir in the apricots, raisins, almonds, eggs, bread crumbs, milk, curry powder, turmeric, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, and bay leaf.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 60 minutes, or until browned on top.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Protein: 25 grams per serving
- Fat: 15 grams per serving
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams per serving
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and slightly spicy
- Aromatic and flavorful
- Comforting and satisfying
- Perfect for a family meal or special occasion
User Comments:
- "This bobotie was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the apricots and raisins added a touch of sweetness."
- "I loved the crispy topping and the moist and flavorful interior."
- "This dish is easy to make and always impresses my guests."
- "I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorites!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find dry apricots, you can use fresh ones. Just chop them into small pieces.
- If you don't have bread crumbs, you can make your own by toasting slices of bread and then grinding them into crumbs.
- You can adjust the amount of curry powder to your desired level of spiciness.
- Serve the bobotie with rice, potatoes, or your favorite side dish.
