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Bobotie Recipe – South African Baked Curried Mince (Easy & Authentic)

Bobotie is a classic South African comfort dish made with spiced minced meat, warm curry flavors, sweet dried fruits, and a creamy baked egg custard on top. This traditional Cape Malay recipe is rich, mildly sweet, slightly spicy, and absolutely delicious for family dinners.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Bobotie

  • Mild curry flavor that suits all ages
  • Creamy baked custard top
  • Perfect balance of sweet + savory
  • Ideal for meal prep
  • One-pan dinner

🥘 Ingredients

For the Meat Base

  • 500g ground beef (or lamb)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp mild curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp chutney or apricot jam
  • 2 tbsp raisins or sultanas
  • 2 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 slices white bread soaked in ½ cup milk
  • 1–2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil

For the Custard Topping

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • Pinch of salt

🍳 How to Make Bobotie (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Prepare the meat base

Heat oil in a pan, add onions and garlic, and sauté until soft. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.

Step 2: Add spices and flavorings

Mix in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, raisins, chutney, and vinegar.

Step 3: Add soaked bread

Squeeze out extra milk from the bread and mash it into the meat mixture. Mix well.

Step 4: Transfer to a baking dish

Place the mixture into an oven-safe dish and smooth the top.

Step 5: Make the custard

Whisk eggs and milk together with a pinch of salt.

Step 6: Bake

Pour the custard over the meat and place bay leaves on top.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes until golden.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve Bobotie with:

  • Yellow rice with raisins
  • Fresh salad
  • Chutney
  • Roasted vegetables
  • Flatbread or naan

This recipe also pairs well with pickled vegetables, sambals, and coleslaw.

❄️ Storage Tips

  • Refrigerate for up to 3 days
  • Freeze for up to 2 months
  • Reheat in oven at 160°C (320°F) until warm

❓ FAQs

1. What is Bobotie made of?

Bobotie is made from curried minced meat, dried fruits, soaked bread, and baked egg custard on top.

2. Can I make Bobotie without raisins?

Yes! You can replace raisins with chopped apricots or leave them out completely.

3. Can I use chicken instead of beef?

Yes, ground chicken or turkey works well for a lighter Bobotie.

4. Why does Bobotie have custard on top?

The milk-egg custard creates a creamy, golden top that balances the spicy meat.

5. Is Bobotie spicy?

It’s mildly spiced—perfect for kids and adults.

🍛 Similar Recipes You May Like

  • Cape Malay Chicken Curry
  • Nigerian Jollof Rice
  • Moroccan Beef Tagine
  • Chicken Pilau
  • Kenyan Nyama Choma

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