Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

butter

melted

2 unit

onions

diced

2 unit

eggs

1 cup

milk

1 cup

old-fashioned oats

0.75 cup

golden raisins

0.25 cup

slivered almonds

2 tbsp

vinegar

2 tbsp

curry powder

or to taste

1 tbsp

white sugar

2 tsp

salt

0.75 tsp

ground turmeric

0.25 tsp

ground black pepper

2 unit

lean ground beef

4 unit

bay leaves

or more to taste

1 unit

egg

0.25 cup

milk

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~6 min

Grease a large baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~6 min

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 4
~6 min

Cook and stir diced onion in melted butter until browned, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 5
~6 min

In a large bowl, combine 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, old-fashioned oats, golden raisins, slivered almonds, vinegar, curry powder, sugar, salt, turmeric, and black pepper.

Step 6
~6 min

Add sautéed onions and lean ground beef to the bowl; mix well to combine.

Step 7
~6 min

Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~6 min

Top with bay leaves.

Step 9
~6 min

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10
~6 min

Remove from oven and drain any excess fat from the beef.

Step 11
~6 min

In a separate bowl, beat 1 egg and 1/4 cup milk together.

Step 12
~6 min

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the beef mixture.

Step 13
~6 min

Continue baking in oven until the top is beginning to brown, about 30 minutes more.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~6 min

Remove from oven and discard bay leaves before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve with yellow rice and chutney.

Adjust curry powder to your desired spice level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Curry)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Yellow Rice

Chutney

Banana Slices

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Salad
Naan Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South Africa

Cultural Significance

A traditional Cape Malay dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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