Bulgarian-style moussaka
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Bulgarian-style moussaka is an excellent choice not only for lunch or dinner, but also for a festive table. The finished dish can be served immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. How to make Bulgarian moussaka? First, wash and dry the meat. Then cut it into small pieces or pass it through a meat grinder. Pour a little vegetable oil into a frying pan and sauté the meat.
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Step 2
2. Meanwhile, peel and chop the onion. Add to the pan with the meat and fry until half-cooked.
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Step 3
3. Wash the eggplants, dry and slice into rounds. Season with salt to taste.
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Step 4
4. In a separate skillet, fry the eggplants in vegetable oil on both sides until golden brown.
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Step 5
5. Salt and pepper the meat with onion to taste. Add your favorite spices if desired. Place on the bottom of a heatproof dish.
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Step 6
6. Wash the bell pepper, dry it, and remove the stems and seeds. Slice thinly into rounds and place on top of the meat.
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Step 7
7. Wash the tomatoes and slice them into rounds. Season with salt to taste and place in the baking dish.
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Step 8
8. Next, add the fried eggplants.
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Step 9
9. Peel the garlic and finely chop it. If desired, press it using a garlic press. Spread it evenly over the entire surface on top of the eggplants.
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Step 10
10. Wash and peel the potatoes. Slice them thinly and place in a baking dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bake in a preheated oven for 20–25 minutes.
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Step 11
11. Meanwhile, grate the cheese on a fine grater and prepare the egg-milk mixture. You can also slightly salt and pepper it to taste, if desired.
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Step 12
12. Pour the milk with beaten egg over the moussaka and sprinkle cheese on top. Return to the oven until a delicious golden crust forms.
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Step 13
13. That's it, homemade Bulgarian-style moussaka is ready. Let the dish cool slightly, then it can be served at the table.