Irish-Indian Shepherds Pie

Step 3: Flavor & build the sauce

Spices

  • Mustard Seeds, crushed
    a spoonful
  • Cumin seeds, crushed
    a spoonful
  • Whole cloves
    2
  • Bay Leaves
    1
  • Chili Powder
    a spoonful
  • Turmeric powder
    a spoonful
  • Garam Masala
    a sprinkle

Sauce base

  • Worcestershire Sauce
    30 g2 spoonfuls
  • Mushroom better than bouillon
    15 ga spoonful
  • Tomato Paste
    a squirt
  • Frozen peas
    200 g
  • Salt
    a sprinkle
  • Crushed tomatoes
    250 g

Add all of the spices to the meat mixture. Stir the spices in until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add the tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, bouillon, and tomato paste. Stir everything together and let for 5-10 minutes until the sauce has and thickened.

  • Add more Worcestershire sauce or tomatoes to adjust consistency and taste if you wish.

Once the base is cohesive, stir in the frozen peas and stir to combine. Turn off the heat. Give it a taste - it should have depth and complexity from the meat and spices. Adjust the sauce and spices if needed.