Cauliflower Mousaka

Sample Dishes from Turkish Cuisine

Cauliflower Mousaka  (Karnabahar Musakka)

Preparation

Instructions: Brown ground meat and chopped onion in margarine for 8-10 minutes or until meal is crumbly; drain. Add tomato paste, warm water, sall and pepper; stir. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Separate cauliflower into flowersets. Layer in a casserole or a covered shallow pan. Spread meat mixture over. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until cauliflower flowerets are tender (or bake in a moderate oven). Serve hot.

Servings: 6

Nutritional Value
(in approximately one serving)

Regional Characteristics:

This dish is cooked usually in the Mediterranean and Aegean regions in winter. It is a served for lunch or supper as a main dish with pilaf and hoşaf yogurt. Precooked green lentils can be used instead of ground meat.