South African Curried Beef Gratin
Recipe
This ground beef custard is sweet with coconut milk and apricot
preserves yet hot and savory with spices and curry flavors.
INGREDIENTS:
2 Tbsp (30 mL) pine nuts, slivered almonds or cashews
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 Tbsp (15 mL) canola or sunflower oil
2 lbs (900 g) lean ground beef
1 tsp (5 mL) salt
20 grinds black pepper
1 Tbsp (15 mL) Indian curry paste or 2 tsp (10 mL) curry powder
3 Tbsp (45 mL) apricot preserves or mango chutney
2 Tbsp (30 mL) fresh lemon juice
Custard:
3 large eggs
1-1/3 cups (330 mL) canned coconut milk
1 tsp (5 mL) salt
2 tsp (10 mL) soy sauce
1/2 tsp (2 mL) paprika
Pinch of chili powder
10 grinds black pepper
2 or 3 bay leaves
PREPARATION:
Preheat oven to 175C (350F).
In heavy-based skillet, toast pine nuts, almonds or cashews over
moderate heat, tossing frequently, until they smell toasty, about 3
minutes.
In large skillet over moderate heat, heat oil and cook onion,
stirring, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. |
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