Hlnes South African Casserole
Discover the comforting flavors of Hlnes South African Casserole, a hearty and aromatic dish inspired by traditional South African cuisine. This recipe combines tender ground beef, warm spices like curry powder and cinnamon, sweet bursts of raisins, and a creamy, custard-like topping made with milk and eggs. Perfectly balanced and baked to golden perfection, this casserole is both savory and slightly sweet, making it a unique dinner option for the whole family. Serve it with fluffy rice, a crisp green salad, or crusty bread for a meal that's as satisfying as it is flavorful. Ready in under an hour and packed with bold, warming spices, this casserole is a must-try for anyone looking to explore the rich culinary traditions of South Africa.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
- 50 grams raisins
- 2 slices bread, crusts removed
- 250 milliliters milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 2 whole bay leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring, until soft and fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking up any lumps with a spoon.
Stir in the curry powder, paprika, and ground cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, raisins, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
While the beef mixture simmers, soak the bread slices in the milk for 2-3 minutes. Squeeze out the excess milk and crumble the bread into the beef mixture, stirring to combine.
Transfer the beef mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
Beat the eggs with the remaining milk, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the beef in the casserole dish.
Place the bay leaves on top of the egg mixture for added flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the egg layer is set.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Discard the bay leaves before plating.
Serve warm with a side of rice, a fresh salad, or crusty bread for a hearty meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.0 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.0 g | 245% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 5077 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.8 g | ||
| Protein | 117.3 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 729 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3274 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
