๐ A hearty, comforting moussaka layered with potatoes, vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce โ a perfect plant-based version of a beloved classic!
Ingredients
For the layers:
๐ฅ 5 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
๐ 1 medium eggplant, sliced
๐ซ 1 red bell pepper, chopped
๐ง 1 large onion, chopped
๐ฅ 2 carrots, grated
๐ง 2 cloves garlic, minced
๐ 400ml tomato passata or pureed tomatoes
๐ฟ 1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
๐ง Salt and pepper, to taste
๐ข๏ธ Olive oil for cooking
For the topping:
๐ฅ 200ml plant-based milk (soy, almond, or oat)
๐พ 2 tablespoons flour
๐ง 2 tablespoons vegan butter or olive oil
๐ฟ Nutmeg (optional)
Preparation
1. ๐ฅ Preheat the oven to 200ยฐC (400ยฐF).
2. ๐ฅ Boil potato slices for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. ๐ฅฃ In a pan, heat olive oil. Sautรฉ onion, garlic, carrots, and bell pepper until softened. Add eggplant slices and cook for 5 more minutes.
4. ๐ Stir in tomato passata, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
5. ๐๏ธ Layer the bottom of a baking dish with half of the potato slices. Add a layer of the vegetable sauce. Repeat and finish with a layer of potatoes.
6. ๐ฅ For the topping: In a small pot, melt vegan butter, stir in flour, then gradually whisk in plant milk until a smooth sauce forms. Season with a pinch of nutmeg.
7. ๐งด Pour the topping over the moussaka. Spread evenly.
8. ๐ฅ Bake for about 35โ40 minutes until golden and bubbling. Let cool slightly before serving.