Soon you will be savouring a mouthful of a moussaka-inspired meal, Chef! Made with ostrich mince for a South African taste twist, this satisfying dinner features a bubbling cream cheese & yoghurt topping, roasted aubergine, & rich tomato passata. Garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds & fresh, cooling mint.
Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake
Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake
with fresh mint
Hands on Time: 25 - 45 minutes
Overall Time: 40 - 60 minutes
Ingredients:
- Aubergine
- Bell Pepper
- Bell Peppers
- Creamy Topping
- Free-range Ostrich Mince
- Fresh Mint
- Garlic Clove
- Garlic Cloves
- NOMU Moroccan Rub
- Onion
- Onions
- Ostrich
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Tomato Passata
From your kitchen:
- Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
- Water
- Sugar/Sweetener/Honey
- Seasoning (Salt & Pepper)
AUBS
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Spread the Aubergine on a roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
TOAST
Place the pumpkin seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
SAUCE
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the Onion and pepper. Fry until lightly golden, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the garlic, the NOMU rub, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Mix in the tomato passata and 100ml [200ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Simmer until thickening and reduced, 6-8 minutes. Remove from the heat, add a sweetener (to taste), and season.
MOUSSAKA
Pour the saucy mince into an ovenproof dish, top with a layer of the Aubergine, and lightly smear the creamy topping over the aubergine rounds. Turn the oven to grill or the highest setting, grill until bubbling, and lightly golden, 5-8 minutes.
DINNER IS READY
Dish up the moussaka, top with a sprinkle of the pumpkin seeds, and garnish with the mint. Dig in, Chef!
AUBS
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Spread the Aubergine on a roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
TOAST
Place the pumpkin seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
SAUCE
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the Onion and pepper. Fry until lightly golden, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the garlic, the NOMU rub, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Mix in the tomato passata and 100ml [200ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Simmer until thickening and reduced, 6-8 minutes. Remove from the heat, add a sweetener (to taste), and season.
MOUSSAKA
Pour the saucy mince into an ovenproof dish, top with a layer of the Aubergine, and lightly smear the creamy topping over the aubergine rounds. Turn the oven to grill or the highest setting, grill until bubbling, and lightly golden, 5-8 minutes.
DINNER IS READY
Dish up the moussaka, top with a sprinkle of the pumpkin seeds, and garnish with the mint. Dig in, Chef!
AUBS
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Spread the Aubergine on a roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway).
TOAST
Place the pumpkin seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
SAUCE
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the Onion and pepper. Fry until lightly golden, 6-8 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the garlic, the NOMU rub, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Mix in the tomato passata and 300ml [400ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Simmer until thickening and reduced, 6-8 minutes. Remove from the heat, add a sweetener (to taste), and season.
MOUSSAKA
Pour the saucy mince into an ovenproof dish, top with a layer of the Aubergine, and lightly smear the creamy topping over the aubergine rounds. Turn the oven to grill or the highest setting, grill until bubbling, and lightly golden, 5-8 minutes.
DINNER IS READY
Dish up the moussaka, top with a sprinkle of the pumpkin seeds, and garnish with the mint. Dig in, Chef!
AUBS
Preheat the oven to 220°C. Spread the Aubergine on a roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway).
TOAST
Place the pumpkin seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
SAUCE
Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the Onion and pepper. Fry until lightly golden, 6-8 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the garlic, the NOMU rub, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Mix in the tomato passata and 300ml [400ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Simmer until thickening and reduced, 6-8 minutes. Remove from the heat, add a sweetener (to taste), and season.
MOUSSAKA
Pour the saucy mince into an ovenproof dish, top with a layer of the Aubergine, and lightly smear the creamy topping over the aubergine rounds. Turn the oven to grill or the highest setting, grill until bubbling, and lightly golden, 5-8 minutes.
DINNER IS READY
Dish up the moussaka, top with a sprinkle of the pumpkin seeds, and garnish with the mint. Dig in, Chef!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake?
The preparation time for Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake with fresh mint is between 25 and 45 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake with fresh mint?
The total time required to make Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake with fresh mint is between 40 and 60 minutes.
How many servings does Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake?
Aubergine, Bell Pepper, Bell Peppers, Creamy Topping, Free-range Ostrich Mince, Fresh Mint, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, NOMU Moroccan Rub, Onion, Onions, Ostrich, Pumpkin Seeds, Tomato Passata
What is the nutritional information of Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake?
Calories: 745, Carbs: 57 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 50.6 grams, Sugar: 29.2 grams, Salt: 775 grams
How do I prepare Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake?
DINNER IS READY: Dish up the moussaka, top with a sprinkle of the pumpkin seeds, and garnish with the mint. Dig in, Chef! MOUSSAKA: Pour the saucy mince into an ovenproof dish, top with a layer of the aubergine, and lightly smear the creamy topping over the aubergine rounds. Turn the oven to grill or the highest setting, grill until bubbling, and lightly golden, 5-8 minutes. SAUCE: Return the pan to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Add the onion and pepper. Fry until lightly golden, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the garlic, the NOMU rub, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Mix in the tomato passata and 100ml [200ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Simmer until thickening and reduced, 6-8 minutes. Remove from the heat, add a sweetener (to taste), and season. TOAST: Place the pumpkin seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. AUBS: Preheat the oven to 220°C. Spread the aubergine on a roasting tray, coat in oil, and season. Roast in the hot oven until softened, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake?
Aubergine, Bell Pepper, Bell Peppers, Creamy Topping, Free-range Ostrich Mince, Fresh Mint, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, NOMU Moroccan Rub, Onion, Onions, Ostrich, Pumpkin Seeds, Tomato Passata
How many calories does Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake have?
745 calories
How much fat content does Aubergine & Ostrich Mince Bake have?
grams
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