Spiced Lamb Mince and Parsnip Mash
Delight in a harmonious balance of rich, spiced lamb mince paired with velvety parsnip mash, offering a comforting yet sophisticated dish with Middle-Eastern inspirations.
Ingredients
Lamb Mince
500 g ground lamb (minced lamb) - preferably from free-range, grass-fed lamb
1 unit white onion - finely chopped
3 cloves garlic - minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon- 400 g canned tomatoes - chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Parsnip Mash
- 600 g parsnips - peeled and roughly chopped
200 ml heavy cream (also called thickened cream) - or double cream, warmed
50 g butter - unsalted
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- Add the ground lamb to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until browned all over, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 10 minutes.
- Mix in the chopped canned tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Lower the heat and let simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, in a pot of salted boiling water, add the chopped parsnips and cook until tender, approximately 20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add the warmed cream, butter, and nutmeg to the parsnips. Mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
- For serving, create a smooth bed of parsnip mash on each plate. Spoon the spiced lamb mince over the top. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or mint.
Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a handful of toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds as a garnish. The nuts will add a subtle crunch that complements the textures beautifully.
Nutrition
Calories: 803kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 26gFat: 62gSaturated Fat: 31gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 379mgPotassium: 1291mgFiber: 10gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 1396IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 162mgIron: 5mg
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