How do I make mini greek moussaka bites?

Experience Greek Moussaka in bite-sized perfection! Our recipe for Mini Greek Moussaka Bites will leave you craving for more.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Mini Greek Moussaka Bites. Items include: eggplant olive oil ground meat garlic onion tomato sauce Greek herbs salt and pepper butter flour milk feta cheese

eggplant 1 medium-sized eggplant
olive oil 2 tablespoons
ground meat 1 pound
garlic 2 cloves, minced
onion 1 small, diced
tomato sauce 1 cup
Greek herbs 1 teaspoon each of oregano and rosemary
salt and pepper to taste
butter 2 tablespoons
flour 2 tablespoons
milk 1 cup, warm
feta cheese 1/4 cup, crumbled

Take note
Please note that moussaka bites might be addictive, so be prepared to make another batch! Also, please be careful when assembling the bites, as they can be hot straight out of the oven.

1

Prepare the Eggplant

Start by slicing an eggplant into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Lay the rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for about 30 minutes, then pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

2

Sauté the Ground Meat

In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef or lamb (or a combination of both) and cook until browned. Stir in minced garlic, diced onion, and your favorite Greek herbs such as oregano and rosemary. Cook until the onions are translucent and fragrant.

3

Add Tomato Sauce

Pour in tomato sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

4

Layer the Eggplant and Filling

Place a spoonful of the meat sauce on top of each eggplant round. Then, place another eggplant round on top and press gently to create a mini moussaka sandwich. Repeat this process until all the rounds are used up.

5

Top with Bechamel Sauce and Cheese

Prepare a simple bechamel sauce by melting butter in a saucepan and whisking in flour. Gradually add warm milk, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety. Pour the sauce over the assembled eggplant bites and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.

6

Bake and Serve

Pop the baking sheet into a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let the moussaka bites cool slightly, then serve them up and enjoy!