Bobotie for Easter Paired with Black Tie Merlot

Spice Up Your Easter Celebration with a Delicious Bobotie Recipe, Best Served with a Glass of Black Tie Merlot

If you’re looking for a delicious and unique dish to serve this Easter, consider trying Bobotie, a classic South African dish that’s both flavourful and easy to prepare. This dish is traditionally made with ground beef, onions, garlic, and a variety of aromatic spices, including curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. It’s also sweetened with apricot jam and spiced with vinegar and Worcestershire sauce, which adds a complex layer of flavour to the dish. Bobotie is typically served with yellow rice and chutney, which complement the flavours of the dish and create a well-balanced meal.

To make Bobotie, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 2 slices of bread, soaked in 1 cup of milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 tablespoon apricot jam
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup milk

For the yellow rice, you’ll need:

• 2 cups of water
• 1 cup of white rice
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the chutney, you’ll need:

• 1 cup of chopped mango
• 1/2 cup of chopped onion
• 1/2 cup of vinegar
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of cloves

To make the Bobotie:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, and cook until browned.
4. Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander to the skillet, and stir to combine.
5. Add the apricot jam, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet, and stir to combine.
6. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
7. Pour the meat mixture into a greased 22x33cm baking dish.
8. In a small bowl, beat the eggs with 1/4 cup of milk.
9. Pour the egg mixture over the meat mixture in the baking dish.
10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set.

To make the yellow rice:

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add the rice, butter, turmeric, salt, and pepper to the saucepan, and stir to combine.
3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

To make the chutney:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the mango, onion, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the chutney thickens and the mango is tender.

To serve, scoop the yellow rice onto a platter, and top with the Bobotie. Spoon the chutney over the Bobotie, and serve with a glass of Black Tie Merlot.

The rich, full-bodied flavour of Black Tie Merlot pairs perfectly with the complex, aromatic spices in the Bobotie. The wine’s notes of black cherry and vanilla complement the sweet apricot jam and tangy vinegar in the dish, while its smooth finish helps to balance out the bold flavours. This pairing is sure to impress your guests and make your Easter meal extra special.

In conclusion, Bobotie is a delicious and unique dish that’s perfect for Easter, and it pairs perfectly with Black Tie Merlot. With its complex blend of spices and sweet and tangy flavours, Bobotie is a dish that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. So why not give it a try this Easter?