Indian Style Cottage Pie Recipe

Name: Indian Style Cottage Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks; freshly ground salt; fresh ground pepper; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander; 1/4 cup milk; vegetable oil; 2 medium onions, chopped; 2 chilies, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon sambal oelek; 1 (400 g) can diced tomatoes; 1 cup beef stock; 700 g ground lamb

Servings: persons

5 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
freshly ground salt
fresh ground pepper
1/2 - 1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander
1/4 cup milk
vegetable oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 chilies, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon sambal oelek
1 (400 g) can diced tomatoes
1 cup beef stock
700 g ground lamb

1
Cook the potatoes in plenty of lightly salted water until tender.
2
Drain well and mash with, turmeric, coriander, milk and seasonings; set aside.
3
Potatoes could be done in the microwave.
4
Heat a little oil in a pot and gently saute the onions, chillies, garlic and ginger until slightly coloured.
5
Add cumin, garam masala and sambel.
6
Mix well and add lamb mince, together with more oil if needed.
7
Cook, mashing and stirring the meat until it changes colour and separates.
8
Then add tomatoes, stock and seasonings.
9
Stir well and cook until thick and fragrant.
10
Transfer meat mix to an oven proof dish and top with potato, spreading out into an even layer.
11
Cook in oven about 10 minutes until crispy.
12
Oven should be preheated to 200dC.

768

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks, freshly ground salt, fresh ground pepper, 1/2 - 1 teaspoon turmeric, and more.

Yes, Indian Style Cottage Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Indian Style Cottage Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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