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Minced Lamb and Kumara Hash Brown Bites

Minced Lamb and Kumara Hash Brown Bites

Eleanor Craig
Inspired by New Zealand's rich bounty and its love for lamb, this dish introduces the delightful sweetness of kumara (sweet potatoes) paired with the robust flavor of minced lamb. These bites make for perfect appetizers with their crispy texture and savory flavor, encapsulating the warmth and earthiness of Kiwi cuisine.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Other European
Servings 4 bites
Calories 326 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • Tasty minced meat isolated on white background250 g ground lamb (minced lamb) - Choose high-quality, preferably grass-fed for best flavor
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    1 large kumara - Around 200g, peeled and grated
  • Ripe yellow onion on a white background1 small onion - small, finely chopped
  • garlic1 clove garlic - minced
  • chicken egg1 medium egg - lightly beaten
  • Fine breadcrumbs, also breading or crispies in wooden bowl2 tbsp breadcrumbs - preferably panko
  • ground cumin1 tsp cumin - adds a warm, earthy note
  • Glass bowl of olive oil isolated on white background1 tbsp olive oil - extra virgin for frying
  • wooden bowl of salt1 pinch salt - to taste
  • Ground black pepper pile, paths, top1 pinch ground black pepper - to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the lamb mince, grated kumara, chopped onion, minced garlic, lightly beaten egg, breadcrumbs, and ground cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well integrated and even.
  • Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized patties, about 2 inches in diameter, ensuring they’re compact to maintain their shape during cooking.
  • Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, gently place the patties in the pan, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  • Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until the patties are golden brown and cooked through, with a crisp exterior.
  • Remove patties from the pan and drain on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, replace panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs. Enhance the flavor with fresh herbs like parsley or mint. Ensure the patties are uniform in size for even cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 326kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 14gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 147mgPotassium: 488mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12125IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 2mg
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