Homemade Mincemeat Recipe
European European - British - Mains

Homemade Mincemeat Recipe

Est. Time: 15-20 min  •  3 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 50g Raisins
  • • 50g Currants
  • • 50g Sultanas
  • • 1 tbsp whisky (or other alcohol of your choice)
  • • The juice and rind of half an orange
  • • The juice and rind of half a lemon
  • • Quarter of a large cooking apple, grated (approx 50g)
  • • 50g dark brown sugar
  • • 30g suet (vegetable or beef)
  • • 1/2 tsp mixed spice
  • • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • • 30g dried/candied peel *optional

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Put all of the ingredients in a bowl and stir thoroughly.

2
Phase 2

Cover with a teatowel and allow to sit in the fridge for at least 12 hours, or overnight.

3
Phase 3

Stir together and use in a recipe like our Mincemeat Shortbread