Bobotie South African Curry Meat Loaf

Discover the vibrant flavors of South Africa with this Bobotie South African Curry Meat Loaf, a unique fusion of sweet, savory, and subtly spiced ingredients baked to perfection. Combining ground beef or lamb with warming curry powder, turmeric, cinnamon, juicy raisins, and a hint of fruit chutney, this dish is crowned with a rich, golden custard topping made from eggs and milk. The addition of bay leaves infuses an aromatic depth that elevates every bite. Serve this comforting classic with fragrant yellow rice, a dollop of fruity chutney, and crisp vegetables for a perfectly balanced meal that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of South African cuisine. Easy to prepare and packed with global appeal, this dish is a must-try for adventurous home cooks looking to spice up their dinner menus!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef or lamb
• 2 slices bread, crust removed
• 1 cup milk, divided
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons fruit chutney (e.g., apricot or mango)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons raisins or sultanas
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 3 bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 3

Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 8 minutes. Drain off any excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

While the meat cooks, soak the bread slices in 1/2 cup of milk until softened. Squeeze out the excess milk and crumble the bread into small pieces.

Step 5

Add the soaked bread to the skillet along with the curry powder, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, fruit chutney, lemon juice, raisins, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 6

Transfer the meat mixture to a greased baking dish and smooth out the top.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of milk and the eggs until well combined. Pour this egg mixture evenly over the meat mixture in the baking dish.

Step 8

Press the bay leaves lightly into the custard topping for added flavor.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the custard is set and golden brown on top.

Step 10

Remove the bobotie from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm with yellow rice, chutney, and a side of vegetables or salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1161.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2056.0

Total Fat 140.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 784.0mg	0%
Sodium 4686.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.9g
Protein 113.9g	0%

Vitamin D 206.0IU	0%
Calcium 624.2mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 2478.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 17.0%