Shepherd's Pie with Haggis Topping
Shepherd's Pie with Haggis Topping
Classic DishHaggis
Prep: 35 min • Cook: 55 min. Savour a hearty and comforting twist on a British classic: Shepherd's Pie, with a rich lamb and vegetable filling sheltered beneath a savory, crumbled haggis topping instead of the traditional mashed potatoes. This dish offers a wonderfully unique texture and depth of flavour, perfect for a chilly evening.
- Preparation time
- 35 min
- Cooking time
- 55 min
- Total time
- 1 hr 30 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Haggis Topping
- 1Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan/Gas Mark 6).
- 2Boil the potato chunks in salted water for 15-20 minutes, until tender. Drain well.
- 3Mash the potatoes with butter and warmed milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- 4In a separate bowl, crumble the haggis if it's in a casing. You want a coarse texture for the topping.
Lamb Filling
- 1Heat the vegetable oil in a large, ovenproof skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.
- 2Add the lamb mince and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
- 3Add the chopped carrots and onions to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- 4Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetables. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.
- 5Gradually pour in the vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer.
- 6Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Let the filling simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Assembly and Baking
- 1Spread the mashed potato evenly over the lamb filling in the skillet. You can create fork patterns for a decorative finish.
- 2Alternatively, transfer the lamb filling to a baking dish and top with the mashed potato.
- 3Sprinkle the crumbled haggis over the mashed potato topping. Aim for an even layer.
- 4Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- 5Allow to stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 650 kcal
- Protein
- 35 g
- Fat
- 30 g
- Carbs
- 50 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 650 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Carbs | 50 g |
Tips
- Ensure your haggis is good quality for the best flavour in this unique topping. }
- For an extra crispy topping, place the dish under the grill for the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot with a side of steamed greens like broccoli or cabbage for a complete meal. }
