Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.13 pound

lamb mince

2 unit

lamb kidneys

diced, core & fat removed

1 unit

onion

medium, chopped

2 unit

carrots

peeled and sliced

1 tbsp

plain flour

2 tsp

worcestershire sauce

2.13 cup

lamb stock

2 unit

bay leaves

2 unit

potatoes

medium, peeled and sliced thinly

1 knob

butter

melted

1 tsp

olive oil

Step 1
~8 min

Pre-heat oven to 180deg C (fan)/gas 3.

Step 2
~8 min

Heat a frying pan and fry off the lamb mince until browned.

Step 3
~8 min

Drain most of the fat, leaving about 1 tbsp, and caramelise the mince on each side 2-3 times.

Step 4
~8 min

Remove mince to a casserole dish.

Step 5
~8 min

Fry the diced lamb kidneys quickly in the hot pan and add to the mince in the casserole dish.

Step 6
~8 min

Add the chopped onion and sliced carrots to the pan and fry until golden and softened, about 10 minutes.

Step 7
~8 min

Drain off the remaining fat from the onions and carrots.

Step 8
~8 min

Add the plain flour to the vegetables and cook for about a minute.

Step 9
~8 min

Add the Worcestershire sauce and lamb stock (in two parts), stirring well to thicken into a gravy.

Step 10
~8 min

Add the gravy mixture to the mince and kidneys in the casserole dish and mix.

Step 11
~8 min

Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes over the top of the mixture.

Step 12
~8 min

Brush the potatoes with melted butter or olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 13
~8 min

Cover the casserole dish and place in the oven for about 1 hour and a half.

Step 14
~8 min

Remove from the oven and spoon off any liquid fat that has risen to the surface.

Step 15
~8 min

Increase the oven temperature to 220 deg C.

Step 16
~8 min

Return the casserole dish to the oven, uncovered, to brown the potatoes, or use the grill.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a mandoline to achieve uniformly thin potato slices.

For a richer flavor, use bone-in lamb shanks instead of mince.

Allow the hotpot to rest for 15 minutes after baking for easier serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Serve with pickled red cabbage or beetroot.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with a vinaigrette dressing

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Lancashire, England

Cultural Significance

A traditional working-class dish, often associated with family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Sunday Lunch
Cold Weather Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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