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For the main dish

  • 1 Slice of white bread without crusts
  • Milk
  • 400g Lamb mince
  • 1 Large onion
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Tbsp white vinegar
  • 100g Raisins
  • 100g Apricots, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp medium curry powder

For the topping

  • 1 Egg
  • 250ml Milk
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Bay leaves (optional)
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    Method

    • step 1

      Preheat oven to 180C/Fan 160C/Gas 5
    • step 2

      In a bowl, add just enough milk to the slice of bread to soak.
    • step 3

      Fry the onion and mince until browned, and drain off any fat.
    • step 4

      Add 1 Egg, the vinegar, raisins, apricots and curry powder to the bowl with the soaked bread.
    • step 5

      Add the mince and onion, and mix well.
    • step 6

      Pour this mixture into a baking dish, ensuring the top is level.
    • step 7

      In a mixing bowl, beat together the other egg, the milk and salt and pepper. Pour this over the top of the mince until covered.
    • step 8

      Push bay leaves into the mince if using, and cook for 45 minutes in the oven until topping has solidified.
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    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    alex.copping

    Most authentic rendition of South African Bobotie! Highly recommended!!

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