How To Make Traditional Mincemeat Recipe
A classic recipe for traditional mincemeat, packed with flavors of fruits, spices, and meat.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 250g beef mince
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 apple, peeled and diced
- 100g suet
- 100g dried fruits (such as raisins, currants, and sultanas)
- 50g mixed peel
- 50g brown sugar
- 1 tsp mixed spice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Zest and juice of 1 orange
- 2 tbsp brandy (optional)
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, cook the beef mince and onion until the meat is browned and the onion is softened.
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Add the apple, suet, dried fruits, mixed peel, brown sugar, mixed spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, lemon zest and juice, and orange zest and juice to the pan. Stir well to combine.
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Simmer the mixture over low heat for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together and the mincemeat has thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in the brandy, if using.
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Allow the mincemeat to cool completely before using or storing in sterilized jars.
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 15g
- Saturated Fat : 7g
- Cholesterol : 60mg
- Sodium : 150mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 35g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 24g
- Protein : 14g
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