Classic Greek Moussaka - Traditional and Delicious!
The word Moussaka itself has Arabic origins, derived from the word musaqqa'a, which means chilled. Early versions of this dish were made with layered vegetables and sometimes meat, then baked and served at room temperature. The concept of layering and baking vegetables eventually spread to other parts of the Mediterranean, including Greece.
Greek Moussaka, as we know it today, is said to have been adapted and popularized by the Greek population during the Ottoman era. This widely known Greek version was created by the French-trained Greek chef Nikolaos Tselementes in the 1920s.
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Traditional Greek Moussaka
Ingredients:
• 3 large eggplants, thinly sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1 zucchini, thinly sliced (optional)
• 500 ml olive oil for frying
Ground beef:
• 500 g ground beef or lamb, medium fat
• 500 g grated tomatoes or tomato puree
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp, tomato paste
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp thyme (dried or fresh chopped)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup chopped parsley (optional)
• 1/2 cup beef stock or water (optional, depending on the juice of tomatoes)
Mornay (Greek Bechamel with egg yolks):
• 100 g olive oil
• 100 g flour
• 1 liter full fat warm milk
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp grated nutmeg
• 2 egg yolks
• 150 g graviera or kefalograviera cheese, grated (alt: gruyere, myzithra, parmesan or pecorino)
• 1 tsp salt
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Greek-Style Lamb Moussaka. A Publix Aprons® Recipe.
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MOUSSAKA RECIPE | How to Make Greek Moussaka | Lamb and Eggplant Moussaka
Moussaka is a scrumptious signature Greek dish that brings the flavours and traditions of the Mediterranean to your plate. With crispy strips of eggplant mixed with layers of soft, rosemary infused potato, smothered with rich lamb sauce and creamy béchamel, this moussaka will make your tastebuds crave for more with every mouthful.
With different variations of this dish being prepared around the world, my good friends (and twins!) Helena and Vicki taught me how to make this moussaka dish, just like their YAYA (their Nonna!) – and it tastes just like an old family recipe should – DIVINE!
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MOUSSAKA RECIPE
Ingredients for Moussaka:
Extra virgin olive oil
1 x finely diced brown onion
Potatoes
450g lamb mince
Dried oregano
Cinnamon
Fresh parsley
Salt and Pepper
Italian tomato sauce (700ml)
2 x large eggplants
Ingredients for the Béchamel Sauce:
50g butter
5 tablespoons plain flour
Salt & Pepper
Four cups milk
150g grated parmesan cheese
2 x egg yolks
METHOD:
1. To make moussaka, heat up a deep frying pan and add a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil.
2. Then, add finely diced brown onion and stir well using a wooden spoon letting it sauté.
3. Mix through the lamb mince, with cinnamon, dried oregano and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
4. Break down the mince, mixing through all of the ingredients so they infuse the meat and it cooks through for the moussaka really well.
5. Leave the sauce to simmer for up to 30 minutes.
6. While the sauce for the moussaka is simmering, slice the eggplant into circular strips, making each one around 1cm thick.
7. Lightly grease a pan with oil, and grill the eggplants until they begin to change colour and soften.
8. Thinly slice the potatoes and then boil them until they soften and leave them to the side to infuse with a few sprigs of rosemary.
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Outrageously Delicious Greek Moussaka
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Moussaka is a Greek classic, and here I'll show you how to make it in the most delicious way possible!
Outrageously Delicious Greek Moussaka | Serves 8
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INGREDIENTS
Beef Layer:
1.6lb / 750g Ground Beef (preferably fairly lean)
1 cup / 240ml Tomato Passata (pureed/strained tomatoes in US)
1 cup / 240ml Beef Stock
1/2 cup / 120ml Dry Red Wine (can sub more beef stock)
1/4 cup finely diced Fresh Parsley, plus extra to serve
2 heaped tbsp Tomato Paste (Tomato Puree in UK)
1 tbsp finely diced Fresh Thyme Leaves
1 large White Onion, finely diced
2 cloves of Garlic, finely diced
2 small or 1 large Bay Leaf
3/4 tsp Salt, or to taste
1/2 tsp Sugar (any)
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Black Pepper, or to taste
1 tbsp Olive Oil
Béchamel Sauce:
4oz / 120g Unsalted Butter
4oz / 120g Plain Flour
4 cups / 1litre Milk, at room temp
1 cup / 80g freshly grated Pecorino Romano, plus extra to serve (Kefalotiri Cheese is traditional, can also sub parmesan)
2 Egg Yolks
1/2 tsp Salt, or to taste
1/2 small Nutmeg, grated (or 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg)
1/4 tsp White Pepper
Veg Layers (see notes for baking version):
2lb / 1kg (approx 4 smallish) Eggplants/Aubergine, sliced around 1/3 thickness (I do lengthways do you can make more smaller rounds if you wish)
1.6lb / 750g (approx 2 large) Baking Potatoes, peeled & sliced around 1/4
1lb / 500g (approx 2 medium) Zucchini/Courgettes, sliced into approx 1/3 strips (I do lengthways)
2 cups / 500ml Vegetable or Olive Oil, or enough to cover veg in the pan
few pinches of Parsley & Pecorino (to sprinkle in between layers)
Salt & Pepper, as needed
METHOD
Beef Layer: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat. Add onion and fry until it begins to soften/brown, then add in garlic and fry for 1-2mins longer. Add in beef and break up with a wooden spoon until fully browned. Stir in tomato paste and fry for a couple of mins, then pour in wine. Deglaze the pan if needed, then pour in passata and beef stock. Add in parsley, thyme, cinnamon, salt, sugar, pepper & bay leaf and give it a good stir. Keep on a gentle simmer for around 30mins, stirring occasionally until nice and thick. Meanwhile...
PREP Veg Layer: Rest few sheets of paper towel on a flat surface and lay on your eggplant slices. Rub a pinch of salt over both sides, then add two layers of paper towels on top. On top of that add the zucchini slices, followed by another layer of paper towel, followed by potato slices and finished with another layer of paper towel. Gently press down to soak up the moisture. Can use tea towels instead if you wish.
COOK Veg Layer: Heat up enough oil to cover the veg in a suitably sized pot/pan until it gently sizzles (you're aiming for around 150C/300F). Carefully start sliding in your potato slices and fry both sides until lightly golden with the potato fork tender. Remove, shake off oil and place on fresh paper towel. Increase oil temp slightly to around 170C/340F and fry the zucchini slices until softened & lightly browned, then finish with the eggplant slices. Leave everything to drain on paper towels. You can use two pans to speed things up or bake one or two of the veg (see notes).
Béchamel Sauce: In a suitably sized pot over medium heat melt butter. Stir in flour to create a paste then gradually begin whisking in your milk. Once you've poured in all the milk and the sauce is thick, stir in salt, white pepper and nutmeg. Take the pot off heat and stir in pecorino until the sauce is lump free, then quickly whisk in the egg yolks. Take 1/2 cup of the sauce and stir it into the beef.
Stack Moussaka: Add a layer of potato to the baking dish (overlapping as needed) and sprinkle over a hefty pinch of parsley, pecorino, salt & pepper. Follow with zucchini and parsley/pecorino/salt/pepper, then half the eggplant with a pinch of salt and pepper. Try and close all the gaps and make it all nice and compact. Spread over beef layer, top with the rest of your eggplant then top with the Béchamel sauce.
Cook & Serve Moussaka: Finish with a sprinkling of pecorino then place in the oven at 180C/350F for 35-45mins, or until golden on top. I highly recommend leaving it to sit for at least 15mins, just to help it keep shape. Serve up and enjoy!
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Moussaka - How One Of Greece's Most Traditional Dishes Is Made
If you've ever been to Greece, you've likely sampled the most Greek of all dishes – moussaka! It’s traditionally made with eggplant, potatoes, ground beef, and béchamel sauce. A cornerstone of Greek cuisine, it’s as popular with visitors as it is with the locals.
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