Jul 13 2026
Restaurants›Meridian Restaurant & Bar›Moussaka Recipe

Moussaka Recipe

Inspired by Meridian Restaurant & Bar
Time2h
Serves6

Eggplant, Potato, Mushroom Ragú, Chipotle Colby Mornay.

Jump to Recipe

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Vegetable Layer

Mushroom Ragú

Chipotle Colby Mornay Sauce

Method

Prepare Vegetables

  1. 1

    Prepare the Eggplant

    Slice the eggplants into 1/2 inch thick rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel the potatoes and slice them into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Set aside.

Make Mushroom Ragú

  1. 3

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook Mushrooms

    Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add Seasonings

    Stir in tomato paste, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until well combined.

  4. 6

    Finish the Ragú

    Pour in the vegetable broth and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

Prepare Chipotle Colby Mornay Sauce

  1. 7

    Make a Roux

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and golden.

  2. 8

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 9

    Add Cheese and Seasoning

    Remove from heat and stir in shredded Chipotle Colby cheese, nutmeg, and salt to taste until the cheese is melted and smooth.

Assemble and Bake

  1. 10

    Layer Ingredients

    In a large baking dish, layer half of the eggplant slices, followed by half of the potato slices, and half of the mushroom ragú. Repeat the layers and finish with the Mornay sauce on top.

  2. 11

    Bake Moussaka

    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the assembled moussaka for 45-50 minutes until golden and bubbly.

  3. 12

    Cool and Serve

    Let the moussaka cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

More from Meridian Restaurant & Bar