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Lemon-Herb Moussaka with Tzatziki
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Lemon-Herb Moussaka with Tzatziki

★★★★★ 4.5 (266 ratings)

Our Moussaka leans on extra-virgin olive oil and patience: kissed with char and smoke, then finished with Tzatziki.

Prep
16 min
Cook
54 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb moussaka
  • 3 cloves extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon
  • 1/2 cup garlic
  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano
  • 2 tsp crumbled feta
  • 1 medium kosher salt
  • to taste a squeeze of citrus
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the moussaka generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the moussaka and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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