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South African Bobotie

A tangy and spicy meat dish topped with a custard crust.

65 min total (prep 20 · cook 45)· Serves 4· Intermediate·New
South African Bobotie
Bobotie is a popular dish in South African cuisine, thought to have been brought from Indonesia. It features a flavorful ground meat base topped with egg custard.

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Method

  1. 1
    Soak bread in milk, then mix with beef and onions.
  2. 2
    Add curry powder and chutney, and mix well.
  3. 3
    Transfer mixture to a casserole dish and flatten.
  4. 4
    Beat eggs with remaining milk, pour over meat mixture.
  5. 5
    Bake at 180°C for 45 minutes.
Chef's tips
  • Make sure the bread is fully soaked for the best texture.
  • You can vary spice level by adjusting curry powder.

The story

Bobotie is a popular dish in South African cuisine, thought to have been brought from Indonesia. It features a flavorful ground meat base topped with egg custard.

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