South African Bobotie Dish

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make South African Bobotie Dish.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   In a skillet, warm the oil over medium-high heat, then toss in the chopped onion, sautéing it until it achieves a lovely golden hue, which should take about 5 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Next, introduce the ground beef to the skillet, cooking it until it’s beautifully browned, roughly another 5 minutes.

4. Step 4

   While that’s happening, take a small bowl and soak the bread in 1/4 cup of milk until it softens.

5. Step 5

   Once softened, mash the bread and blend it into the beef mixture.

6. Step 6

   Now, stir in half of the beaten egg along with the raisins, vinegar, sugar, turmeric, salt, curry powder, and black pepper, ensuring everything is well combined.

7. Step 7

   Transfer this flavorful beef mixture into a glass baking dish, tucking in the bay leaves for added aroma.

8. Step 8

   Slide the dish into your preheated oven and let it bake for 30 minutes.

9. Step 9

   Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining half of the egg and another 1/4 cup of milk.

10. Step 10

    After the initial baking time, pour this creamy mixture over the meat and return it to the oven for an additional 30 minutes.

11. Step 11

    Once done, serve it hot, accompanied by a delightful chutney on the side for a burst of flavor.

12. Step 12

    Enjoy this comforting dish that brings warmth to any table!.