Bobotie (South African curried mince pie)

Step 1

Preheat oven to 180°C. Soak breadcrumbs in 1/2 cup (125ml) milk until needed.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large, deep frypan over medium heat. Add onion and carrot, then cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and ginger, then cook for a further 2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the mince and cook, breaking up lumps with a wooden spoon, for 5-6 minutes until browned. Stir in the curry powder, curry leaves, raisins and almonds, then cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the chutney, beef stock, lemon juice and breadcrumb mixture. Season, bring to a simmer, then divide mixture among four 2-cup (500ml) ovenproof dishes. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Step 3

Beat the egg, turmeric and remaining 1/2 cup (125ml) milk in a bowl. Remove dishes from oven, then discard foil and pour over egg mixture. Bake for a further 20-25 minutes or until the topping is golden and set. Cool for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, for the salad, soak tea bag in 1/4 cup (60ml) hot water for 10 minutes to infuse, then cool. Discard tea bag and mix with honey, mustard and lemon juice. Season, then toss with leaves and apple

Step 5

Garnish the bobotie with the extra curry leaves, and serve with the salad.