Mince is such a versatile ingredient to cook with. For inspiration or new ideas, check out my favourite mince meals here.
I like buying mince for many reasons. It's affordable, our kids like it and there are so many different meals I can make from it. These days, most supermarkets offer a range of mince options including beef, lamb, pork and chicken. Most of the recipes in this section can be adapted to substitute one kind of mince for another. Another reason why I love mince!
Mince is a staple base for many cuisines around the world. In this section you will find meals in the style of Italian, Moroccan, Mexican and Korean cooking to name a few. I hope you find some great new ways to cook with mince. Click on this link if you want more mince recipe inspiration.
The difference between these mince types is the fat content. Typically premium beef mince is less than 5% total fat, prime mince is less than 10% fat whereas standard mince has a fat content of 10-20%.
Burgers! When you have a lot of mince shaped together, a higher fat content prevents it from drying out. Higher fat content helps to caramelise mince in meatballs and koftas, however, it can lead to sauces become too oily. After browning mince with a higher fat content, you can always drain off the extra fat before adding sauce ingredients.
Venison mince is the leanest type of mince available in New Zealand (turkey mince is the leanest but not readily available here). Chicken mince would follow closely behind, then premium beef mince.
For sure! Try making a lasagne or or chilli con carne with chicken mince for something a little different. When it comes to meatballs, you can could use beef, lamb or pork mince. Or a combination of those meats.
Easy and Affordable Mince Dinners
A collection of easy, tasty affordable mince meals the whole family will love.
Take your taste buds to colourful Mexico with these popular burrito bowls.
This huge Pork Sausage Roll is perfect for a shared lunch or family dinner.
Light and refreshing pork lettuce cups made with pork mince and topped with crunchy sprouts and nuts.
These delicious meatballs are served in a creamy tomato sauce, pour them over pasta and you have one amazing family dinner!
Homemade dumplings with a tasty pork and ginger filling, pan fried to perfection.
Versatile Mexican style beef mince made with rice and beans. Perfect for burritos, nachos or quesadillas.
A big batch of tasty chilli made from red kidney beans, black beans and beef mince.
An epic, big batch of lasagne made with a rich bolognese ragu and a cheesy white sauce.
A classic bolognese made from fresh vegetables and beef mince in a tomato sauce. Perfect to serve with pasta.
Homemade chicken burger patties packed with Mexican herbs and spices served in a bun with chipotle mayo and avocado
A versatile ragu that can be used in lots of different meals.
Sweet and sticky beef mince cooked in a homemade sauce and served on white rice.
Comforting cottage pies made from beef mince and veggies topped with creamy mashed potatoes and golden cheese.
Thai inspired bao buns filled with creamy coconut and ginger chicken mince and fresh salad.
Easy and delicious Meatball Subs made from pre-made meatballs cooked in pasta sauce, then grilled with cheese.
Flaky pastry pies filled with a lightly spiced Moroccan lamb filling.
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