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South African Bobotie
Bobotie is a South African national dish made with spiced minced meat
By Daniel
● Time to make: 60 Min
• Serves: 2
Ingredients / Shopping list:
Easy way to cook South African Bobotie
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Brown the beef mince in batches until evenly
browned. Set aside. - In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until soft and translucent. Add lemon juice and soy sauce
(if using) for a tangy flavor. - Stir in turmeric, coriander, cumin, paprika, chili powder, curry powder, and cloves. Toast the spices
slightly to enhance their flavor. - Return the browned mince to the pot with the sautéed aromatics and spices. Mix well and cook for about 5
minutes. - In a separate pan, make a roux by cooking flour in butter until it becomes a golden-brown paste without
burning. - Stir the roux into the meat mixture and mix thoroughly. Add apricot jam, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Simmer on low heat until thickened and the meat is tender. - Mix flour with a little water or fat to make a dough. Roll out the pastry and place over the meat mixture,
sealing edges. - Bake at 180-200°C (350-400°F) until the pastry is golden and the meat is cooked through. Let cool slightly
before serving.
Pro version
- Use a heavy-based pot like Le Creuset for even cooking.
- Ensure roux is well-cooked to prevent burning and lumping.
- Adjust seasoning based on personal preference.
Tips / Plating:
- Serve Bobotie with rice, bread, or roasted vegetables.
- Garnish with fresh coriander or mint leaves.
- Drizzle extra sauce over the pastry for added flavor.
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