Mince and Tatties (Scottish Ground Beef Recipe)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
771 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Mince and Tatties (Scottish Ground Beef Recipe)
Description
Mince and Tatties (Scottish Ground Beef Recipe) consists of ground beef cooked with diced onion and carrot, simmered in a beef broth flavored with gravy mix, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. The mince mixture yields a thick, flavorful gravy coating tender meat bits, enhanced by the sweetness of the carrot and depth from the bouillon or stock. The dish relies on simple ingredients combined with slow simmering to develop savory notes.
The tatties are prepared by boiling large potatoes in salted water until tender, then mashing them with butter and milk or half-and-half to achieve a soft, creamy texture. The contrast between rich, beefy gravy and smooth mashed potatoes creates a balanced and satisfying plate.
This dish is traditionally served as a filling meal, often enjoyed as comfort food. The gravy can be adjusted in thickness by varying the amount of gravy mix or stock. The minced beef and gravy simmer gently to meld flavors while the mashed tatties provide a mild, buttery counterpoint. It is suitable for family-style dinners especially in cooler months.
Ingredients
Mince:
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion diced
- 1 large carrot
- 1 lb ground beef (organic if possible)
- 1 Tbsp beef bouillon or 1 OXO beef cube or 10 oz (295 ml) beef stock, brand Better than Bouillon, beef flavor
- 1 Tbsp gravy mix beef flavor in red, Bisto brand
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp salt if needed, sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper freshly ground to taste
Mashed potatoes:
- 4 large potato
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 oz butter (good quality)
- ¼ cup milk or half and half as needed to make the mashed potatoes fluffy
Instructions
Prepare the Mince (Ground Beef and Gravy):
- Boil 10 ounces of water, pour into a jug and add the OXO cube or bouillon, and stir to dissolve. (If using stock, skip this.)
- Sauté the onion and carrot in a pot with the olive oil over medium high heat until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the mince, or ground beef. Use a wooden spoon to break it up into smaller bits.
- Continue cooking for about 7 minutes, stirring often.Pour in the beef stock and stir. At this time, add the Bisto and Worcestershire sauce. If you want a thicker gravy, add more Bisto, but remember, you're also adding salt. Add more water if you want a runnier gravy or more gravy, but adjust the seasoning later.
- Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat so that it simmers gently. Cook for about 20 minutes (or until the mashed potatoes are ready), then taste and add salt and pepper to taste.
Make the Mashed Potatoes (Tatties):
- Put the potatoes in cold, salted water that just covers them. Bring to a boil, then simmer until cooked (a fork is inserted easily).
- Drain, mash with the butter, then add enough milk or milk and cream until the mashed potatoes are light and fluffy.
Serve the Mince and Tatties:
- Spoon a quarter of the mashed potatoes onto each of four plates, then do the same with the mince.
- If desired, serve with cooked peas.
- Alternatively, you can mix the peas into the mince and serve this way, also.
Notes
- If OXO cubes are not available, substitute with readily available beef-flavored gravy or bouillon products like Bisto.
- The gravy thickness can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the amount of gravy mix, but remember this also affects saltiness.
- Use good quality butter and milk to make the mashed potatoes fluffy and creamy.
- Simmer the mince gently to avoid drying out the beef and to develop a rich gravy flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 771 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 771kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 71g | 24% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 42g | 65% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 1092mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 2005mg | 43% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 3395IU | 68% |
| Vitamin C | 77mg | 86% |
| Calcium | 103mg | 10% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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