South African Bobotie Curry

Ingredients

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Milk

1 cup

Eggs

3 large

Almonds

1/4 cup, slivered

Raisins

1/2 cup

Bread

2 slices, crusts removed

White vinegar

1 tablespoon

Apricot jam

2 tablespoons

Fresh ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon

Ground coriander

1 teaspoon

Ground cumin

1 teaspoon

Turmeric

1/2 teaspoon

Curry powder

1 tablespoon

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Onion

1 medium, chopped

Ground beef

500 grams (about 1 lb)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
4. In a small bowl, combine the curry powder, turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, and grated ginger to create a spice mixture.
5. Stir the spice mixture, apricot jam, and white vinegar into the beef mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
6. Soak the bread in the milk for a few minutes, then squeeze out the excess milk and crumble the bread into the pan. Mix thoroughly.
7. Add the raisins and slivered almonds, seasoning the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Transfer the meat mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
9. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and remaining milk until smooth. Pour this egg custard over the meat mixture in the baking dish.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set and golden brown on top.
11. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Bobotie is best enjoyed warm, paired with steamed rice or traditional South African bread.