Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Slice the eggplants, zucchini, and potatoes into ¼-inch rounds. Sprinkle salt over eggplant slices and let sit in a colander for 30 minutes to draw moisture out. Rinse and pat dry.
Frying
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Fry salted eggplant, zucchini, and potato rounds in batches until golden and tender, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Meat Sauce
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Add ground meat, crumbling it as it cooks until browned (6-8 minutes). Pour in red wine, simmer for 2-3 minutes, then stir in crushed tomatoes and spices. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
Béchamel
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour, cooking for about 2 minutes. Gradually add milk, whisking continuously until thickened (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in egg yolks, nutmeg, and cheese until smooth.
Assembly
- Layer potatoes, eggplant, zucchini, and half the meat sauce in a baking dish. Repeat layering, finishing with meat sauce, and pour béchamel over the top.
Baking
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake moussaka for 40-45 minutes until top is golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow moussaka to cool for easy slicing. Best served after resting.
