Bobotie Casserole

Casseroles for dinner are enjoyed all around the world. This Bobotie Casserole is a ethnic flavorful dish, fusing sweet and hot to create a wonderfully complex taste. Try something new tonight. You'll love it.

Notes

1. Heat the oil in a large heavy frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and chili and fry, stirring frequently, for about 4 minutes or until slightly softened.
   
    


2. Stir in the lamb and continue to fry, stirring frequently, for about 8 minutes or until the lamb is quite brown.
   
    


3. Stir in the apricots and raisins, mixing to blend well.
   
    


4. Add the lemon juice, tomatoes, orange juice, preserves, curry powder, and cumin and cook, stirring frequently, for about 12 minutes or until flavors are well-blended and the pan is almost dry.
   
    


5. Stir in ¾ cup of the cream along with the almonds. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
   
    


6. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
   
    


7. Lightly coat the interior of a 2-quart casserole with nonstick vegetable spray.
   
    


8. Whisk the eggs, remaining 2 cups of heavy cream, and nutmeg together in a mixing bowl.
   
    


9. Scrape the lamb mixture into the casserole and pour the egg mixture over the meat.
   
    


10. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the custard has set. The dish may be made ahead and reheated just before serving.
    
     


11. Remove from the oven and serve with rice, if desired.

Cooking MethodCasserole