Greek Moussaka - Exquisite Main Course

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplants
• 2 zucchini
• 1 kg ground beef
• 2 large onions
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 30 ml olive oil
• 5 ml cumin
• 5 ml paprika
• 1 can of crushed tomato
• 1 pinch of nutmeg
• 100 g grated parmesan cheese
• 3 eggs
• 200 g cream cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Wash and peel the eggplants and zucchini, then slice them uniformly.
2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until they turn golden, releasing their sweet aroma. Add the ground beef, cumin, and paprika, cooking until the meat is browned and fragrant.
3. Stir in the crushed tomato, reducing the heat to low. Let it simmer gently, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. Stir in the cream cheese, grated parmesan, and a pinch of nutmeg until well combined.
5. In a baking dish, create alternating layers of eggplant, zucchini, and the meat mixture. Finish with a generous layer of the cheese mixture.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dish is bubbling. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle.