Spiced Scottish Meat Loaf Recipe

Name: Spiced Scottish Meat Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying); 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 red pepper, de-seeded, skin removed, chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon mixed herbs; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb; 1/2 cup beef broth; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Put oil in pan and heat. Add onions, garlic and mixed herbs. Sweat over heat until onions are soft without browning. Transfer to large bowl and allow to cool.
2
Add tomato sauce, breadcrumbs and beef broth to the cooked mixture. Stir together. Break up the ground beef and add to mixture. Season to taste and mix together gently.
3
Pack this mixture into a 11 x 5 x 3 inches deep loaf tin and bake in a pre heated oven 350F for 50 - 60 minutes.
4
Remove carefully from oven. Pour off any excess fat, let the loaf cool for about 10 minutes.
5
Slice and serve with crisp green salad, spicy tomato salsa and crusty bread.
6
Can also be served cold.

857

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying), 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spiced Scottish Meat Loaf 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!

Spiced Scottish Meat Loaf

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Variations & substitutions

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