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Gordon Ramsay Moussaka Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Moussaka Recipe

Make the best Gordon Ramsay Moussaka Recipe with layers of roasted eggplant, seasoned lamb, and creamy béchamel sauce for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggplants sliced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large baking dish
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step 1: Roast the Eggplant
  1. Brush eggplant slices with olive oil and roast until golden, tender, and lightly caramelized on both sides.
    Roasting Eggplant for Moussaka
Step 2: Prepare the Meat Sauce
  1. Cook onion, garlic, and lamb until browned, then add tomatoes, seasonings, and simmer until thickened.
    Cooking the Lamb Meat Sauce
Step 3: Make the Béchamel
  1. Melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk gradually, then stir until smooth and creamy.
    Making Creamy Béchamel Sauce
Step 4: Finish the Sauce
  1. Remove from heat and whisk in egg yolks and Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated.
    Adding Cheese to Béchamel Sauce
Step 5: Layer the Moussaka
  1. Arrange eggplant, meat sauce, and béchamel in layers until all ingredients are used evenly.
    Layering the Moussaka
Step 6: Bake Until Golden
  1. Bake until bubbling and golden brown on top, then rest before slicing and serving.
    Baking Moussaka Until Golden

Notes

Roasting the vegetables before layering helps create a richer flavor and prevents excess moisture.