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Hearty beef mince with vegetables served over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes on a striped plate

Easy South African Savoury Mince (Versatile Classic)

Stevie G
A beloved, easy South African savoury mince recipe! This versatile classic features rich beef mince, perfect with rice, pasta, pap, mash, or baked potatoes. An essential family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine South African
Servings 4 people
Calories 336 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 onions medium chopped
  • 400 grams beef mince
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp spice for mince
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup mixed veggies
  • 1 cup frozen zucchini optional
  • 4 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced

Instructions
 

  • add the chopped ontions into the pan/pot with a bit of oil or butter
  • fry the onions until golden brown
  • Add the mince
  • Fry and stir until no more red meat is visible
  • add the salt
  • Add the Paprika
  • Add the spice for mince
  • Add the nutmeg
  • Stir a bit, and add the lid for about 5 minutes
  • now add the wocester sauce
  • Add the tomatoes
  • Add the garlic
  • Add the mixed veggies
  • Add the zucchini
  • stir and close the lid
  • Check every few minutes, but let it simmer.

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Notes

  • Browning is Key: Don't rush browning the mince. This step develops deep, rich flavour. Ensure you drain excess fat for a less greasy result.
  • Building Flavour Base: Sautéing your vegetables until soft and slightly caramelised adds a wonderful sweetness and depth to the mince.
  • Thickening the Sauce: If your mince sauce is too thin, simply simmer it uncovered for a bit longer until it reduces to your desired consistency. If it's too thick, add a splash more stock or water.
  • Vegetable Variations: This mince is incredibly versatile! Feel free to add other vegetables like peas, corn, finely chopped mushrooms, green beans, or bell peppers during the simmering stage.
  • Flavour Boosts: A dash of soy sauce or Marmite (or similar yeast extract) can add extra umami depth if desired.
  • Serving Suggestions: This savoury mince is incredibly versatile! Serve it traditionally with:
    • Creamy mashed potatoes (as seen in the photo)
    • Fluffy rice
    • Warm pap or samp
    • Over toast or roti
    • As a filling for baked potatoes or vetkoek
    • Mixed into pasta
Storage & Freezing:
  • Storage: Store leftover savoury mince in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • Freezing: This mince freezes exceptionally well! Once completely cooled, transfer to freezer-safe containers or bags and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating gently on the stove or in the microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 336kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 21gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 298mgPotassium: 792mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3586IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 3mg
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