New Zealand Mince Stew Recipe

Name: New Zealand Mince Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 medium onions, sliced; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup ketchup; 1/2 cup beef stock; 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce; 1 tablespoon black pepper, rounded; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup water

Servings: persons

1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium onions, sliced
1 lb lean ground beef
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup water
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup beef stock
1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon black pepper, rounded
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water

1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add onions & saute until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from pot & set aside.
2
Add ground beef to the pot & cook until evenly brown, about 5 minutes.
3
Add garlic & cook for 2 minutes, then stir in browned onions & cook on high heat for 3-5 minutes.
4
Stir in 1/2 cup of water, then reduce heat & cover, simmering for 20 minutes.
5
Stir in ketchup, beef stock & teriyaki sauce. Season with pepper, curry powder, garlic powder & onion powder.
6
Cover & simmer for about 2 hours.
7
Mix together 1 tablespoon of flour & 1/4 cup of water, then stir it into the stew & cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
8
Very tasty served with toasted whole wheat bread.

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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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 medium onions, sliced, 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 large garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, New Zealand Mince Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

New Zealand Mince Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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