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Olive Oil Moussaka with Tzatziki
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Olive Oil Moussaka with Tzatziki

4.3 (121 ratings)

Olive Oil Moussaka with Tzatziki -- weeknight-fast but never a compromise.

Prep
9 min
Cook
56 min
Servings
3
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

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

Step by step

  1. Pat the moussaka dry and season it well so it browns instead of steaming.
  2. Get your pan hot and render the aromatics until they smell sweet and toasty.
  3. Return the moussaka, add just enough liquid, and simmer until everything is tender.
  4. Taste, brighten with a squeeze of citrus, and plate while it is still hot.
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