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Babootie Recipe

This Babootie recipe, unearthed from a cherished church cookbook, is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. Don't let the unique ingredient combination fool you – this South African classic is incredibly rewarding! A rich, spiced meat curry baked with bananas, apples, and almonds, served over fluffy rice. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 341.4 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Babootie

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • salt to taste
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 medium apple
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup tomato juice
  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • pepper to taste
  • rice

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How to Make Babootie

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brown 1 lb ground beef or lamb in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste, 2 ripe bananas (mashed), 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and diced), 1/4 cup apricot jam, and 1/2 cup slivered almonds to the skillet.
  4. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  5. Simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Pour 1/2 cup tomato juice into the skillet to help thicken the sauce.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake, uncovered, for 25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  8. Serve hot over rice. Garnish with extra almonds, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

34g

Carbs

6g

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