Zesty mincemeat

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Zesty mincemeat
15 min.
80
44kcal

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Looking for a delicious and unique addition to your festive spread? This Zesty Mincemeat recipe is a perfect choice, combining the rich flavors of apples, dried fruits, and brandy with a hint of citrus zest. The mix of ingredients creates a vibrant and tangy filling that can be used in various ways—whether you’re making pies, pastries, or simply serving it as an appetizer.

What sets this mincemeat apart is its gluten-free and dairy-free features, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, requiring only 15 minutes of your time. With a touch of brandy, candied peel, and freshly grated nutmeg, the rich, aromatic flavors are guaranteed to elevate any dish. The added apples contribute a natural sweetness, while the citrus notes bring a refreshing zing that balances out the richness of the dried fruit.

Once mixed and left to sit overnight, the fruits will absorb the juices and brandy, allowing all the flavors to meld together perfectly. Whether you're preparing a traditional treat for the holidays or looking to try something new, this Zesty Mincemeat is sure to impress your guests. It stores well for up to six months, so you can prepare it ahead of time and have it ready for whenever you need it. So, why not give this vibrant, easy-to-make recipe a try?

Ingredients

  • 100 suet 
  • 100 bramley apples finely grated
  • 175 bramley apples grated
  • tbsp brandy 
  • 100 candied orange peel chopped
  • 500 fruit mixed dried
  • tbsp almond flour 
  •  lemon zest 
  • 200 g muscovado sugar light
  • 0.5  nutmeg freshly grated
  •  orange zest 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Tip all the ingredients, except the suet and ground almonds, into a large bowl and stir really well. Stir in the suet, cover with a plate or cling film and leave overnight for the fruit to plump up in the juices and brandy.Next day, stir thoroughly again, and if the mixture still looks very juicy, add a sprinkling of ground almonds to absorb some of the liquid. Now it is ready to jar. The mincemeat will keep for 6 months, but once open, store in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts

Calories44kcal
Protein2.36%
Fat25.89%
Carbs71.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.25
Glycemic Load
1.18
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.69000000231292%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Catechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.26mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:43.59kcal
2.18%
Fat:1.29g
1.98%
Saturated Fat:0.67g
4.19%
Carbohydrates:8.03g
2.68%
Net Carbohydrates:7.28g
2.65%
Sugar:6.79g
7.55%
Cholesterol:0.85mg
0.28%
Sodium:2.69mg
0.12%
Alcohol:0.19g
100%
Alcohol %:1.53%
100%
Protein:0.26g
0.53%
Fiber:0.75g
3%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.83%
Potassium:50.9mg
1.45%
Calcium:13.2mg
1.32%
Magnesium:4.78mg
1.19%
Copper:0.02mg
1.05%
Vitamin K:1.1µg
1.05%