Scottish Mince is one of my favorite ground beef dishes, one that my Scottish Dad grew up on and made for us when he was in a nostalgic mood. In my house it's become a regular and everyone seems to like it. And Orkney Clapshot, besides having the best name ever, is the Scottish combination of potatoes and rutabagas cooked in milk then mashed with a fork, a LIBERAL amount of butter, S&P added.
Just brown a minced onion in a bit of oil then add and brown the beef. Add about 1 1/2 cups water and 1/4 cup mushroom ketchup. Mushroom ketchup is a savory British brew that's special to this dish but not the easiest to find unless there's an ex-pat Brit deli in your town. Don't worry, substitute beef broth for the water and ketchup if you can't find it. Add a tablespoon of tomato paste and a small handful of steel cut oatmeal. The oatmeal makes it so don't be tempted to skip it. And I'm sorry, but rolled oats won't do. Let the whole thing simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If it gets too dry add a bit more water.
Proceed with Orkney Clapshot as you would for mashed potatoes, obviously while you're cooking the mince. If you don't like rutabagas plain old mashed potatoes will go very well.
As will sauteed spinach.
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I'm willing to give this a try--sounds like Scottish meenchie. Having said that, I think it's time to represent the Filamacs too!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds fun and yummy. I'm gonna try it!
ReplyDeleteI did try it and it was delicious. Didn't find mushroom ketchup at the local brit specialty shop, but it was great anyway. Orkney Clapshot a big hit. They are superb together!!
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