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Greek Moussaka

Mouthwatering Greek Moussaka That Comforts Like Home

Experience the comforting layers of Greek Moussaka with eggplant, meat sauce, and creamy béchamel, a must-try for any comfort food lover.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetable Layers
  • 2 medium eggplants soaked and fried
  • 3 medium potatoes sliced
  • 2 medium zucchini sliced
For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 lb ground meat (beef or lamb) fresh and lean
  • 1 medium onion sweet red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes for sauce
  • 1/2 cup red wine for deglazing
  • 1 tsp cinnamon for flavor
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg for flavor
For the Herb Mixture
  • 2 tsp oregano fresh
  • 2 tsp thyme fresh
  • 2 tsp parsley fresh
For the Topping
  • 1 cup cheese (Kefalograviera or Parmesan) for topping
  • 4 tbsp butter for béchamel
  • 4 tbsp flour for béchamel
  • 2 cups milk for béchamel
  • 2 large egg yolks for béchamel
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg for béchamel
  • 1/2 cup cheese for béchamel

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Greek Moussaka
  1. Slice the eggplants, zucchini, and potatoes into ¼-inch rounds and lay them flat. Sprinkle salt on the eggplant slices and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, fry the sliced vegetables in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft, add garlic, and then ground meat. Brown completely and deglaze with red wine. Add crushed tomatoes and spices, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  4. In another saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk while whisking. Cook until thickened, remove from heat, and stir in egg yolks, cheese, and nutmeg.
  5. In a greased baking dish, layer the potatoes, eggplant, zucchini, and meat sauce until all ingredients are used, finishing with béchamel on top.
  6. Preheat the oven to 165°C (330°F) and bake the moussaka for 40-45 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  7. Let the baked moussaka rest for 30 minutes before slicing to allow layers to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Make ahead by assembling the moussaka a day in advance and refrigerating before baking.

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