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Medium 1 hr 5 min~500 kcal 9/10
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Moussaka
A Greek oven bake of eggplant, minced meat sauce, and béchamel, layered until the top bronzes and the center stays lush.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 12 min📖 1 min readServes 6~480 kcal🇬🇷 Greek🌍 Full translation
40 min prep 60 min cook 32 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 12 min- Prep40 min
- Resting/Marinating32 min
- Cooking1 h
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 4 adet Eggplant
- 500 gr Ground beef
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Tomato puree
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Flour
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Milk
- 1 adet Eggs
- 1 adet Yellow onion
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Butter
- 0.3 çay kaşığı(~1.5 ml) Nutmeg
- 0.3 çay kaşığı(~1.5 ml) Cinnamon
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Slice the eggplants, salt them, let them stand for 20 minutes, and pat dry.
20 min20:00 - 2
Bake the eggplants at 200°C for 18 minutes, until softened.
18 min18:00 - 3
Cook the ground beef with onion for 8 minutes, then add the tomato and spices and thicken the sauce.
8 min08:00 - 4
Prepare the bechamel and cook for 5 minutes while stirring, so it does not lump.
5 min05:00 - 5
Layer the eggplant, meat sauce, and bechamel in a baking dish.
- 6
Bake the moussaka at 180°C for 30 minutes, until the top is browned.
30 min30:00 - 7
Rest for 12 minutes before slicing, so the layers do not slide on the plate.
12 min12:00
💡 Tip: Rest the moussaka for 15 minutes after baking; the layers cut cleanly without falling apart.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Rest the slices for 10 minutes, then serve hot with salad and bread.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~480
kcal calories
24
g protein
28
g carbs
29
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 24%Fat 56%
GI 33 · Low GIGL 9 · Low GL
17.4g
Sugar
10.7g
Fiber
549.2mg
Sodium
11.7g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Moussaka make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Moussaka take?
Prep 40 minutes, cooking 60 minutes, including 32 minutes of passive resting; 132 minutes in total.Is Moussaka difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Moussaka have?
Approximately 480 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 28g, fat: 29g.Which allergens does Moussaka contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Moussaka belong to?
This recipe belongs to Greek cuisine.How many ingredients does Moussaka need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.Is Moussaka filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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