Spiced Bean Bobotie

Experience the fusion of flavors with our Bean Bobotie. A hearty mix of beans, aromatic spices, and a side of fragrant spiced rice makes this dish a delightful and satisfying alternative to the traditional recipe. Perfect for those seeking a new option without compromising on taste.

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Bean Bobotie

Embark on a culinary journey with our Spiced Bean Bobotie. This vegetarian twist on a South African classic combines a medley of beans, aromatic spices, and a side of fragrant spiced rice, offering a delicious and satisfying option for a main meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine South African
Servings 6 people
Calories 366 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g minced meat
  • 500 g cooked brown beans
  • 2 onions sliced
  • 2 tsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 thick slice of bread crust removed
  • 375 ml milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tbsp chutney
  • 1 tbsp brown vinegar
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tbsp apricot jam smooth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 100 ml sultanas
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • 8 bay leaves

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 180℃(350℉)
  • Fry onions and garlic in butter
  • Add mince and brown
  • Soak the bread in milk
  • Add curry powder, salt, turmeric, vinegar, chutney, jam and Worcestershire sauce
  • Mix well. Drain bread and squash. Keep milk aside
  • Add bread, beans and sultanas to the meat and allow to simmer for 5 minutes
  • Remove from stove. Mix eggs with the milk
  • Place meat in an oven pan and pour the egg mix over
  • Place leaves on top and bake for 1 hour

Nutrition

Calories: 366kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 152mgSodium: 456mgPotassium: 539mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 293IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 134mgIron: 3mg
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