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Sumptuous South African Bobotie with Apricot Chutney Glaze

Name: Sumptuous South African Bobotie with Apricot Chutney Glaze
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp curry powder; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 1 1/2 lbs minced beef; 2 slices white bread, crusts removed; 1 cup milk; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/4 cup almond flour; 2 bay leaves; Salt and pepper, to taste; 4 large eggs; 1 cup milk; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/3 cup apricot chutney; 1/4 cup water

Discover the rich, aromatic flavors of this classic South African dish, combining curried minced beef, fragrant spices, and a sweet apricot chutney glaze.

4.9(91 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·February 2, 2026

Sumptuous South African Bobotie with Apricot Chutney Glaze — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Bobotie Filling

For the Topping

For the Apricot Chutney Glaze

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 526 kcal
Protein: 31.9 g
Carbs: 28.7 g
Fat: 32.4 g
Fiber: 2.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3157 kcal
Protein: 191.6 g
Carbs: 172 g
Fat: 194.1 g
Fiber: 13.1 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 tbsp olive oil	240	0	0	27	0
1 large onion finely chopped	60	1.5	14	0.2	3
2 garlic cloves minced	9	0.4	2	0	0.1
1 tbsp curry powder	20	1	4	0.8	2
1 tsp ground turmeric	9	0.2	2	0.3	0.7
1 1/2 lbs minced beef	1680	135	0	126	0
2 slices white bread crusts removed	140	5	26	2	1
1 cup milk	103	8	12	2.4	0
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar	6	0	2	0	0
1/2 cup raisins	217	2	57	0.3	3.3
1/4 cup almond flour	160	6	6	14	3
2 bay leaves	0	0	0	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
4 large eggs	280	24	2	20	0
1 cup milk	103	8	12	2.4	0
1/2 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
1/3 cup apricot chutney	130	0.5	35	0	1
1/4 cup water	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Bread Mixture

1
Soak Bread
Place the bread slices in a bowl with milk. Let soak for 5 minutes.
2
Prepare Bread
Squeeze the bread, reserving the milk, and crumble it into a separate bowl.
3
Add Vinegar
Add apple cider vinegar to the reserved milk.

Preparing the Minced Meat

1
Heat Oil
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Sauté Aromatics
Add onions and garlic; sauté until soft.
3
Add Spices
Stir in curry powder and turmeric, cooking until fragrant.
4
Cook Beef
Add minced beef and cook until browned.
Tip: Do not overcook the beef to prevent it from becoming tough. Pro Tip: For extra flavor, use a mixture of ground cumin and coriander.

How to Make Sumptuous South African Bobotie with Apricot Chutney Glaze

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Filling Assembly
Combine crumbled bread, beef mixture, and raisins; season with salt and pepper.
2
Baking the Filling
Transfer to a greased baking dish and smooth the top. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.
3
Egg Topping
Beat together eggs, milk, and salt; pour over the meat mixture. Bake for an additional 30 minutes.
4
Final Glaze
Brush with apricot chutney glaze and broil on high for 2–3 minutes.