Description
Greek Moussaka is an iconic Mediterranean dish that beautifully layers tender eggplant, savory ground meat, and a rich béchamel sauce. This traditional Greek casserole captures the essence of comfort food, with each bite offering a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, Greek Moussaka brings people together around the table, delivering satisfaction and a taste of culinary heritage with every serving. Whether paired with a crisp side salad or warm pita bread, this delightful dish promises to transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants
- 1 pound ground lamb or beef
- 1 large onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 14 ounces canned tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter (for béchamel)
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice eggplants, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 30 minutes; rinse and pat dry.
- In a skillet, sauté chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and ground meat until browned.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and seasonings; simmer for 20 minutes.
- For béchamel, melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour, then gradually add milk while stirring until thickened; season with nutmeg.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the eggplants, followed by meat filling, remaining eggplants, and top with béchamel sauce.
- Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg