Description
Mexican Moussaka is a delicious fusion of flavors that combines rich layers of spiced ground meat, creamy cheese, and tender eggplant. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, offering a delightful twist on traditional moussaka. With its vibrant colors and aromatic spices, each bite promises to be a culinary delight that will leave everyone asking for more. Easy to prepare and adaptable to your pantry staples, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce (canned)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice eggplants and salt them to extract moisture.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat for 7-10 minutes. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half the eggplant slices, followed by half the meat mixture. Repeat layers.
- Whisk eggs and sour cream together until smooth; pour over the layered ingredients.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg