Rissoles
Beef mince patties with onion, breadcrumbs and Worcestershire sauce, pan-fried and served with gravy. The Australian mid-week dinner.
Method
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Mix the beef, onion, carrot, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, salt and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
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Shape into 8 flat patties about 8 cm across and 2 cm thick. Dust each lightly with the flour.
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Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat and fry the rissoles for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until deep brown and cooked through. Lift onto a plate.
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Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the pan. Stir in the tablespoon of flour and cook for 1 minute, then whisk in the stock and Worcestershire sauce.
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Simmer the gravy for 3 to 4 minutes, until thickened, scraping up the brown bits from the pan.
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Serve the rissoles with the gravy.
Chef’s Tips
- Grate the onion rather than chopping it. It disappears into the meat and keeps the patties juicy.
- Do not overwork the mixture. Compressed mince gives dense patties.
- Cook over medium heat. High heat burns the flour coating before the middles are done.
Pairing Suggestions
- Mashed potato
- Peas
- Steamed green beans
Storage & Reheating
Keep in the fridge up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked patties, layered with baking paper, for 3 months.
Common questions
How long does Rissoles take to make?
About 35 minutes in total — 15 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 4.
What are the key tips for making Rissoles?
Grate the onion rather than chopping it. It disappears into the meat and keeps the patties juicy. Do not overwork the mixture. Compressed mince gives dense patties. Cook over medium heat. High heat burns the flour coating before the middles are done.
What should I serve with Rissoles?
Mashed potato; Peas; Steamed green beans.
Can Rissoles be made ahead or frozen?
Keep in the fridge up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked patties, layered with baking paper, for 3 months.
Is Rissoles suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Rissoles?
About 421 kcal per serving, with 28 g protein, 21 g carbohydrate and 25 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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