Manus' Curry Mince for Vetkoek/Curry Bunnies

 Delicious! Comfort food at its best, especially on a cold day. This recipe aims for mild to medium heat but easily adjustable for those with more spicier tastes! The mince can also be used as a filling for rotis, or even served over boiled potatoes. Or anything you can think of!

Serves 4 

Prep time: 15 - 20 minutes

Cook time: 30 - 45 minutes, or more depending on your stove

INGREDIENTS

500g beef mince

1 TBS oil of choice

1 onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 - 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated

1 - 2 TBS curry powder

1 tsp turmeric

1/2 tsp allspice (optional)

1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional, but adds depth)

1/2 tsp chilli flakes/cayenne pepper

400g tin chopped tomatoes

1 TBS tomato paste

2 TBS chutney

1 tsp sugar

salt & pepper

2 potatoes, cubed

1/2 - 1 cup water / beef stock

1/2 - 1 cup frozen peas (add towards end)

METHOD

1. Brown the mince in the oil, breaking up with a fork.
2. Add onion, garlic, ginger, curry, turmeric, cinnamon, allspice an chilli and and stir well and let simmer for a few minutes
3. Add the tinned tomatoes; tomato paste; chutney and sugar and stir well. Let simmer for a few minutes
4. Add potatoes and water/stock
5. Simmer, covered, for about 20 - 30 minutes or until the potato is soft, add the the peas and salt and pepper. Stir occasionally; add more water if necessary
6. Simmer for a few minutes, check for doneness and taste. Adjust seasonings as necessary. 
7. The mince should not be too saucy, more towards the drier side - otherwise the vetkoek will get soggy which is not desirable