Savoury Mince
Servings: 4
Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
500g beef mince
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 carrot, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 zucchini, grated (optional)
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup corn kernels
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup beef stock
1 tsp dried mixed herbs (or thyme/oregano)
1 tsp paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
1 tbsp cornflour (optional, for thickening)
Instructions:
1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
2. Add the beef mince and brown, breaking it up with a spoon.
3. Stir in carrot, celery, and zucchini. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
4. Add Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Pour in beef stock, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes.
6. Add peas and corn, cooking for another 5 minutes.
7. If a thicker sauce is desired, mix cornflour with a little water and stir it in.
8. Serve over toast, mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.