Beef and Potato Moussaka

Moussaka potato beef
Ratings 4.9 from 5 votes
Cooking Method ,
Courses
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 30 30 mins Cook Time: 60 60 mins Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
Servings 4
Calories 400
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description
Moussaka is a traditional Greek dish. Here we have a Bulgarian version of this classic. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion and is sure to become a favorite in any household.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 pounds potatos
  • 1 onion
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups greek yoghurt
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. Peel and dice the onion, carrots, and potatoes.

  2. Heat up the oil in a large pot. Add the onion and carrot cook until they soften, then add the beef.

  3. When the beef is browned add the tomatoes (you can add a pinch of sugar as sugar cuts the acidity of the tomatoes and creates a more balanced flavor).
  4. Add the potatoes and enough water to cover them (around 2 cups).

  5. While waiting on the potatoes to cook preheat the oven to 400F/200C. In a bowl mix the eggs and yoghurt.

  6. When the potatoes are cooked transfer the moussaka to a baking dish. Bake until the water evaporates.

  7. Pour the yoghurt mixture on top and bake until golden.

  8. Serve hot topped with more yoghurt. Enjoy! 

Keywords: beef, potato, moussaka, bulgaria