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Authentic Bobotie

The national dish of South Africa. A complex, spiced minced meat bake topped with a savory egg custard and baked until the surface is golden and set, reflecting a fusion of Dutch and Indonesian influences.

AfricanPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1h
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  1. 1

    Sauté meat with aromatics and curry spices.

  2. 2

    Fold in soaked bread.

  3. 3

    Spread into dish.

  4. 4

    Pour egg-milk custard over the top.

  5. 5

    at 350°F until golden.

📋Details

CuisineAfrican
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
40%
💧Water
30%
🌍Earth
15%
💨Air
15%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat3%
Entropy7%
Reactivity90%
0.444
Heat
0.901
Entropy
12.111
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

284.16cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
14%
of 2000 cal
protein29.35g41%
fat17.34g55%
% Daily Value
Protein
29.35g59%
Fat
17.34g22%
Sodium
80.05mg3%