Moussaka
This Greek beef builds beef, aubergine and greek yogurt into a comforting meal you can have ready in about 60 minutes. Scroll down for the ingredient checklist, a serving scaler and unit converter, and the method broken into 7 steps.
You'll mainly reach for oven and grill / broiler. At medium difficulty across 7 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
What you'll need
Shopping list (6)
Pantry staples (you likely have these)
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How to make it
- Heat the grill to high.
- Brown the beef in a deep ovenproof frying pan over a high heat for 5 mins.
- Meanwhile, prick the aubergine with a fork, then microwave on High for 3-5 mins until soft.
- Mix the yogurt, egg and parmesan together, then add a little seasoning.
- Stir the tomatoes, purée and potatoes in with the beef with some seasoning and heat through.
- Smooth the surface of the beef mixture with the back of a spoon, then slice the cooked aubergine and arrange on top.
- Pour the yogurt mixture over the aubergines, smooth out evenly, then grill until the topping has set and turned golden.
You'll use: Oven · Grill / broiler · Frying pan / skillet · Pan · Large pot
Watch how it's made
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Ingredient substitutions
- Parmesan
- pecorino · grana padano · aged asiago
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Tips & common questions
How long does Moussaka take to make?
About 60 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 7 steps and 8 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of parmesan?
Try pecorino. See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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