Moussaka is a classic Mediterranean dish that typically consists of layers of eggplant, minced meat (often lamb or beef), and a creamy béchamel sauce. Here’s a basic recipe for moussaka:
Moussaka:
Ingredients:
For the Eggplant Layers:
- 2 large eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- Salt
- Olive oil for brushing
For the Meat Sauce:
- 1 pound ground lamb or beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Béchamel Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt and nutmeg, to taste
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Additional:
- Grated Parmesan or Kefalotiri cheese