Description
Outrageously Delicious Greek Moussaka is a comforting and indulgent layered dish that showcases the rich flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. This classic recipe features tender slices of eggplant, savory ground meat, and a velvety béchamel sauce, all baked to golden perfection. Whether it’s for a family dinner or a festive gathering, this moussaka is sure to impress with its hearty texture and aromatic spices like cinnamon. Easy to customize and perfect for meal prep, it’s a dish that invites creativity while delivering comforting satisfaction.
Ingredients
- Eggplants
- Ground lamb or beef
- Onions
- Garlic
- Tomato paste
- Cinnamon
- Butter
- Flour
- Milk
- Cheese (Kefalotyri or Parmesan)
Instructions
- Slice eggplants into 1/4-inch rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 30 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in tomato paste and cinnamon; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Make the béchamel by melting butter in a saucepan, whisking in flour, then gradually adding milk until thickened. Season with salt and nutmeg.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the eggplant slices, followed by the meat mixture, remaining eggplant, and béchamel on top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg