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Beef Mince Moussaka

Beef Mince Moussaka

with creamy aubergine topping

Did you know the name 'moussaka' derives from the Arabic word for moistened? This is likely a nod to the succulent beef, juicy tomato sauce, and softened aubergine that make up this delicious comfort dish.

Tags:
Family Friendly
Allergens:
Milk

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Total Time40 minutes
Cooking Time45 minutes
DifficultyMedium

Ingredients

Serving amount

250 grams

Beef Mince

1 unit(s)

Carrot

1 unit(s)

Aubergine

1 pack(s)

Passata

1 sachet(s)

Chicken Stock

125 grams

Creme Fraiche

25 grams

Grated Italian Style Hard Cheese

(Contains Milk)

1 sachet(s)

Ground Cumin

Not included in your delivery

to taste

Oil

to taste

Salt

to taste

Pepper

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Nutrition Values

Energy (kcal)663 kcal
Energy (kJ)2773 kJ
Fat48.3 g
of which saturates26.7 g
Carbohydrate23.6 g
of which sugars13.3 g
Dietary Fiber1.4 g
Protein32.8 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Salt1.88 g
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region. Nutrition for uncooked ingredients based on 2 person recipe, excludes Pantry Items.

Utensils

•Baking Sheet with Baking Paper
•Oven dish

Cooking Steps

Get Prepped
1
  • Preheat your oven to 240°C/220°C fan/gas mark 9.
  • Trim the carrot, then quarter lengthways (no need to peel). Chop widthways into small pieces.
  • Trim the aubergine, then slice into rounds approximately 1cm thick.
Cook the Mince
2
  • Place a large pan over high heat with a drizzle of oil.
  • When hot, add the carrot and fry until softened, 4-5 mins, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the beef mince and cumin, then cook until browned, 5-6 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince. Mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.
  • Use a spoon to break up the mince as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper.
Start Your Sauce
3
  • Stir the passata and chicken stock into the pan.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Simmer until thickened, 15-20 mins, stirring occasionally.
Roast the Aubergine
4
  • Meanwhile, pop the aubergine onto a large (lined) baking tray.
  • Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper then toss to coat.
  • Spread out in a single layer, then roast for 15-20 mins. Turn halfway through. 
  • Once cooked, remove from the oven.
Bake Until Bubbling
5
  • When the beef mixture has thickened, spoon it into an oven dish.
  • Lay the roasted aubergine slices on top.
  • Spread the creme fraiche over with the back of a spoon, then sprinkle on the Italian style hard cheese.
  • Bake the moussaka until it's bubbling and the top has browned, about 8-10 mins.
Dish Up
6
  • Once cooked, remove the moussaka from the oven.
  • Allow it to stand for a few minutes before serving.
  • Spoon into bowls to serve.