Whatever-is-in-Your-Pantry Loaded Mince
Make meal prep a breeze with this loaded mince recipe, which not only uses what you have in your pantry, but also makes use of some delicious plant-based proteins. Simple, tasty and the perfect addition to a balanced meal on a budget!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Large Onion
- 1 tsp Crushed Garlic and Chili
- 500 g Lean Mince
- Salt and Pepper
- Mixed Herbs
- 70 g Tomato Paste
- 1/4 cup Red Wine
- 2 Medium Carrots
- 1 Green Pepper
- 1 tin Tomato and Onion Mix
- 1 tin Lentils, Drained
Instructions
- Add to a large pan olive oil, onion, and fresh garlic and chilli. Shallow fry on low heat until golden in colour
- Add the mince to the pan and brown it, spice it, and taste it until you are happy
- Add the tomato paste to the mince
- Pour the red wine in and allow to cook out
- Chop the carrots, green pepper, and fresh tomato in a rough dice and add to the pan
- Add tinned tomato and onion to the mince
- Throw in the drained tinned lentils
- Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, until moist but not watery
- Taste, adjust seasonings, and serve or store!
Notes
This is just what I had in my pantry - don't be scared to add any other fresh vegetables or tinned beans/lentils to your loaded mince!