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Nutritional Values
650kcal
42gProtein
45gCarbs
30gFat
5gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥚 Eggs
🥜 Nuts
Bobotie
How to order / say it
Say it
Bobotie — [boh-BOH-tee]
Order
I'd like the bobotie, please.
Locally
Ek wil graag die bobotie hê, asseblief.
Say locally
A baked curried mince dish with an egg-based topping.
Why try it?
Bobotie is a quintessential South African dish, reflecting the amalgamation of different cultures in Cape Town. It's a comforting, homey dish that brings families together, celebrated for its unique combination of sweet and savory flavors.
How it tastes
Bobotie has a rich, spiced meat filling under a golden egg custard. It features a lovely balance of curry and sweetness, with hints of apricot and almonds adding depth. The aroma of baked spices fills the air, enhancing the experience.
Origin & History — first documented: 1670
Originating in the 17th century, bobotie traces its roots to the Cape Malay community who adapted a traditional Indonesian dish. It became a popular household meal due to its simplicity and use of staple ingredients, spreading rapidly in popularity across the country.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g ground beef
- 🧄 200 g onions
- 🌾 2 slices bread
- 🥛 200 ml milk
- 🥚 2 eggs
- 🧂 10 g curry powder
- 🍯 30 g apricot jam
- 🍋 30 ml lemon juice
- 🥜 30 g almonds
- 🍯 50 g raisins
- 🧂 5 g turmeric
Method
- 1 Soak bread in milk, then mix with ground beef.
- 2 Sauté onions and spices, then combine with meat mixture.
- 3 Add jam, lemon juice, and raisins; season with salt.
- 4 Transfer to a baking dish, pour beaten eggs on top.
- 5 Bake until top is golden brown and set.
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