Gluten-Free Moussaka

Gluten-Free Moussaka is a hearty and comforting Greek dish featuring layers of eggplant, spiced meat, and a creamy béchamel sauce, all without gluten. This delicious twist on a classic staple is perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Ground beef or lamb - 250g
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200g
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Gluten-free all-purpose flour - 2 tablespoons
• Milk - 300ml
• Egg - 1, lightly beaten
• Grated cheese (such as Parmesan or Kefalotyri) - 50g

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture, then rinse and pat dry.
3. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
4. Add the ground meat to the skillet, breaking it apart, and cook until browned. Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5. In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add the eggplant slices. Cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. In a saucepan, melt the gluten-free flour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat, then gradually whisk in the milk. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
7. Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the beaten egg and half of the grated cheese.
8. In a baking dish, layer half of the eggplant slices, followed by the meat mixture, then the remaining eggplant. Pour the béchamel sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
10. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains fiber from eggplant, promoting digestive health.

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