Light bobotie (South African bake)

A sweet and savoury South African dish: minced meat spiced with curry and raisins, baked under a layer of egg custard. Fragrant and original, it is a complete bake with mild, exotic flavours.

Preparation: 20 min  |  Cooking: 35 min  |  Servings: 4  |  Difficulty: Easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 380 kcal · 35 g protein · 10 g carbohydrate · 22 g fat

Ingredients

• 500 g of lean mince
• 2 eggs
• 150 ml of milk
• 1 onion
• 2 tbsp raisins
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 slice of bread

Method

1. Soften the onion, then add the curry powder and the mince.
2. Add the raisins and the bread soaked in the milk.
3. Spread in a dish and pour over the eggs beaten with milk.
4. Bake for 30 minutes at 180 °C (160 °C fan).

Nutritional benefits

Lean meat provides protein and iron, the egg adds complete protein, and the raisins bring natural sweetness and potassium. The curry adds fragrance and has anti-inflammatory properties. A complete, original South African bake, where the sweetness comes from dried fruit. Serve with rice and a salad.

Variations and substitutions

• With turkey or lamb.
• With flaked almonds.
• Gluten-free: use gluten-free bread or rolled oats.
• With dried apricots.

Storage and making ahead

Keeps for 3 days and can be reheated in the oven. Can be made ahead.

💡 Good to know

The egg and milk topping (like a savoury custard) is the signature of bobotie: pour it over just before putting the dish in the oven.

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The foods in this recipe: mince · eggs · milk · onion · raisins.

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