Follow these steps for perfect results
Eggplant
peeled, sliced
Ground Meat
Diced Tomatoes
Onion
chopped
Sausage
Ground Cinnamon
Ground Allspice
Minced Garlic
minced
Tomato Paste
Parmesan Cheese
grated
Salt
Olive Oil
extra virgin
Ground Black Pepper
Eggs
beaten
Parmesan Cheese
grated
Eggs
Coconut Milk
Baking Powder
Butter
Ground Nutmeg
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel the eggplant.
Cut the eggplant into quarters lengthwise.
Slice the eggplant thinly using a vegetable peeler.
Ensure the slices are about an eighth of an inch thick.
Oil the eggplant slices with olive oil.
Add salt to the eggplant slices.
Bake in the preheated oven until softened.
Set the baked eggplant aside.
Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
In a pan, add sausage and ground meat.
Add chopped onions, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, minced garlic, tomato paste, salt, and pepper to the meat mixture.
Cook until the meat mixture is browned.
Add diced tomatoes to the browned meat mixture.
Simmer for 15 minutes.
Let the meat sauce cool for 20 minutes.
Mix the grated parmesan cheese and beaten eggs together.
Add the egg and cheese mixture to the cooled meat sauce and mix well.
Layer the meat, egg, and cheese mixture on top of the baked eggplant.
Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix eggs, ground nutmeg, and coconut milk together. Set aside.
In a saucepan, add butter and melt it.
Mix the ground nutmeg and baking powder with the remaining parmesan cheese.
Add the parmesan cheese mixture to the melted butter, stirring constantly.
Add the coconut milk and egg mixture to the butter mixture, stirring constantly.
Cook until the mixture thickens.
Pour the thickened sauce over the meat mixture layered on top of the eggplant.
Bake in the oven for 45 minutes.
Let the moussaka cool for 20 minutes before cutting and serving.
Refrigerate any leftovers.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use a combination of lamb and beef.
To prevent the eggplant from becoming too soggy, salt it and let it drain for 30 minutes before cooking.
A sprinkle of breadcrumbs on top before baking adds a nice crunch.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve in individual portions, garnished with a sprig of parsley or a sprinkle of paprika.
Serve with a Greek salad.
Serve with crusty bread.
Such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.
Traditional Greek wine
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A traditional Greek dish often served at family gatherings.
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