Mondaysuppercurriedlambandchutneyrissolespatties Recipes

MUM'S RISSOLES

Steps:

• Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well together with your hands.
• If the mix is too wet add breadcrumbs.
• Roll into small balls (about the size of golfballs) and flatten slightly.
• Place small amount of oil in a frypan on medium heat.
• Fry until brown and firm.

MONDAY SUPPER! CURRIED LAMB AND CHUTNEY RISSOLES/PATTIES

Steps:

• Mince or chop the cooked meat very finely and then add it to the mashed potatoes, mix well.
• Add the grated onion, chutney, curry powder and season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
• Turn the mixture onto a floured board and form a wide roll, about 6" to 8" long and 4" in diameter. Cut into 1" slices and shape into round cakes, coat with a little more flour and then dip them into the beaten egg and then coat them with the breadcrumbs. Place them on a plate and allow to chill for 30 minutes for firm up a little. (They can be frozen at this stage.).
• Heat the fat in a frying pan or skillet over a medium heat and fry them gently on both sides until golden brown and crispy. Drain them well on kitchen paper before serving them warm with salad, tomatoes, chutneys, pickles and bread. Allow 2 to 3 rissoles per person depending on size.

AUTHENTIC JAMAICAN PATTY RECIPE (FLAKY BEEF PATTIES)

Steps:

• Pour plain flour into a large mixing bowl and add a tablespoon each of curry powder, turmeric, baking powder and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
• Add cubes of butter into the mixing bowl and rub-in until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
• Pour half of the milk into the mixture and mix together before pouring the remaining half bit-by-bit mixing each time.
• Use your hands to bring the dough together. Then place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, you can use this time to prepare the filling.
• Pour the minced (grounded) beef into a large mixing bowl and add a tablespoon of smoked paprika, onion powder, all purpose seasoning, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix together until evenly distributed.
• Add oil to a pan and heat on a high heat. Fry the garlic, onions, spring onions, ginger, thyme and scotch bonnet for 2 to 3 mins.
• Add the minced beef meat into the frying pan and stir continuously, add a tablespoon of smoked paprika, onion powder, all purpose seasoning, garlic powder and black pepper. Continue to fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, ketchup and a tablespoon of browning sauce and mix until evenly distributed.
• Leave to simmer for 5 minutes with the lid on, then continue to stir for 2 to 3 minutes breaking any clumps with the back of your wooden spoon.
• Flour your work surface and roll out the pastry, cut out circle shapes using a bowl (or plate). Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of the beef filling to the lower centre of the pastry.
• Make an egg wash by whisking an egg and use it to coat the edge of one half of the pastry. Fold over the pastry and press the edges together with your fingers. With a fork, dip it in flour and press down to create the authentic patty crimped edges.
• Preheat the oven to 180°C (gas mark 4, 350°F). Coat the pastry with an egg wash and bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

CURRIED LAMB PATTIES

Steps:

• Put the lamb in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
• Melt half of the butter in a saucepan and add one cup of the chopped onion and the garlic. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Let cool briefly and add to the lamb.
• Add the bread crumbs, egg and almonds and blend well.
• Divide the mixture into eight portions and shape each into a round ball. Flatten the balls into round patties, each about one inch thick.
• Heat the oil in a heavy skillet large enough to hold the patties in one layer. Add the patties and cook three minutes or until golden brown. Turn the patties and continue cooking three or four minutes on the second side. Transfer the patties to a warm platter.
• Meanwhile, heat the remaining butter in a saucepan and add the remaining two tablespoons of chopped onion and the curry powder. Cook, stirring, until the onion is wilted. Add the broth and cook until the broth is cooked down by half. Add the cream and grapes and cook down about one minute. Pour the grape sauce over the meat patties and serve.