Hearty Savoury Mince with Potatoes & Vegetables
Classic savoury mince with beef, potatoes and vegetables in rich gravy. A hearty, budget-friendly family dinner that’s simple and filling.
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Ingredients
- 1 kg beef mince
- 1 large onion diced
- 1 garlic puck or 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 3 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 large potatoes diced
- 4 cups water
- 3-4 Tbsp beef gravy mix (for thickening) see blog post for link to recipe
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep pan, brown the beef mince and diced onion over medium heat until the meat is cooked and the onion has softened.
- Add the garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Stir in the worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, frozen mixed vegetables, diced potatoes, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in 3–4 Tbsp of beef gravy mix. Mix well and allow it to cook for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot with your choice of bread such as toast, focaccia, ciabatta, or sourdough.
Notes
Stacey's Kitchen Tips:
- Dice the potatoes fairly small so they cook faster in the mince.
- Frozen mixed vegetables work perfectly here and save quite a bit of prep time.
- If the mixture starts looking a little thick while simmering, just add a splash more water.
- This is a great recipe for stretching the grocery budget — one kilo of mince easily feeds a family.
Variations & Substitutions:
- Swap beef mince for lamb mince for a slightly different flavour.
- Add mushrooms when cooking the onions to bulk the dish out further.
- Replace one cup of water with beef stock if you want a deeper flavour.
Servings: 6