Ingredients
Serves 6
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 medium onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger (1 1/2-inch piece)
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 pounds ground lamb
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds (1 ounce), toasted
- 4 slices white bread, crusts removed
- 1 3/4 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 large eggs
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 4 fresh or dried bay leaves
- Accompaniments, such as cilantro sprigs, lemon or lime wedges, mango chutney, sliced banana, and unsweetened coconut flakes
- Cooked rice, for serving
Description
Commonly Referred To As Bobotie In Its Native South Africa, This Everyday Dish Is Typically Served Over Rice, With Assorted Accompaniments.

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