Lamb Moussaka

Health score
11%
Lamb Moussaka
45 min.
8
465kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that brings the rich flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table! This Lamb Moussaka is a delightful twist on a classic dish, perfect for lunch or dinner, and it serves up to eight hungry guests. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can impress your family and friends without spending all day in the kitchen.

Imagine layers of tender, roasted eggplant and crispy potatoes, all enveloped in a savory mixture of lean ground lamb, aromatic spices, and sweet currants. The combination of cinnamon and nutmeg adds a warm, inviting aroma that will have everyone eagerly awaiting the first bite. Topped with a creamy sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning.

At approximately 465 calories per serving, this moussaka is a hearty yet balanced meal that satisfies without overwhelming. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy night in, this Lamb Moussaka is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that’s as comforting as it is flavorful!

Ingredients

  • pound baking potatoes peeled cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 58 ounce tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • 0.5 cup currants dried
  • large egg whites 
  • 2.5 pound eggplant cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • large garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 1.5 pounds ground lamb lean
  • cups milk 1% low-fat divided
  • tablespoon olive oil divided
  • cups onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • ounce parmesan fresh divided grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon stick margarine 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • broiler
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. To prepare lamb mixture, cook lamb in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until browned; stir to crumble.
  2. Remove from pan; drain. Set aside. Wipe skillet with paper towels.
  3. Add onion to pan coated with cooking spray; saut 5 minutes.
  4. Add lamb, currants, and next 7 ingredients (currants through garlic); bring to a boil. Cook until thick (about 30 minutes).
  5. Preheat broiler.
  6. To prepare sauce, cook 1 1/2 cups milk and butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat to 180 or until tiny bubbles form around edge (do not boil).
  7. Remove from heat.
  8. Combine 1/2 cup milk, egg whites, flour, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl; gradually add the hot milk mixture to the egg white mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk. Return milk mixture to pan, and cook until thick (about 15 minutes), stirring constantly.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Place half of eggplant slices on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray, and brush with 1 1/2 teaspoons oil. Broil 4 minutes on each side or until browned. Repeat procedure with remaining eggplant and 1 1/2 teaspoons oil.
  11. Preheat oven to 37
  12. Cook potato slices in boiling water 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  13. Arrange potatoes in the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange half the eggplant slices over potatoes.
  14. Pour 4 cups lamb mixture over eggplant, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cheese. Arrange remaining eggplant over cheese, and top with the remaining lamb mixture.
  15. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cheese.
  16. Spread sauce over cheese, and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese.
  17. Bake at 375 for 45 minutes or until top is golden brown.
  18. Let stand 15 minutes.
  19. Garnish with oregano sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories465kcal
Protein20.41%
Fat43.01%
Carbs36.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.34
Glycemic Load
13.99
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.033478135648%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
121.46mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
9.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:464.5kcal
23.23%
Fat:23.05g
35.46%
Saturated Fat:10.06g
62.87%
Carbohydrates:44.11g
14.7%
Net Carbohydrates:35.73g
12.99%
Sugar:20.63g
22.93%
Cholesterol:67.45mg
22.48%
Sodium:924.56mg
40.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.61g
49.22%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.28%
Vitamin C:28.98mg
35.13%
Potassium:1202.74mg
34.36%
Fiber:8.38g
33.53%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.25%
Iron:4.56mg
25.36%
Calcium:231.53mg
23.15%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.22%
Phosphorus:217.7mg
21.77%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.65%
Magnesium:74.39mg
18.6%
Copper:0.37mg
18.59%
Folate:73.53µg
18.38%
Vitamin B3:3.49mg
17.47%
Vitamin E:2.2mg
14.7%
Vitamin K:14.51µg
13.82%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.41%
Selenium:7.02µg
10.03%
Vitamin A:493.38IU
9.87%
Zinc:1.18mg
7.84%
Vitamin B12:0.42µg
6.92%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.44%
Source:My Recipes