Rich, aromatic lamb mince simmered with sweet plum tomatoes, velvety chargrilled aubergines, and warm ground cinnamon. Finished with a vibrant scatter of salty crumbled feta and fresh chopped mint, this effortlessly light, stovetop take on classic moussaka brings sunny Mediterranean warmth straight to the table alongside warm pitta and a crisp green salad.
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Ingredients
- 500g lamb mince
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 400g/14oz can chopped plum tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato purée
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 200g/7oz jar chargrilled aubergines in olive oil, drained and chopped
- 200g/7oz pack feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
Instructions
- Brown the mince: Heat the oil in a large, shallow pan. Toss in the onion & garlic & fry until soft. Add the mince & stir fry for 3-4 minutes until browned.
- Season & simmer: Tip the tomatoes into the pan & stir in the tomato purée & cinnamon, then season generously with salt & pepper. Leave the mince to simmer for 20 minutes, adding the aubergines after 10 minutes.
- To serve: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese & chopped mint over the mince. Bring the moussaka to the table as the feta melts & serve it with a mixed salad and toasted pitta.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 630kcal, Fat: 47g, Saturated Fat: 20g, Carbohydrates: 15g, Sugar: 8g, Protein: 31g, Fiber: 4g, Sodium: 1400mg
Nutritional information is estimated using a food database and is provided as a guideline only. Actual values may vary depending on ingredients used, brands, and portion sizes.
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