CURRIED SHEPHERD’S PIE

Description:
Curried Shepherd’s Pie adds an exciting twist to the beloved Irish classic by infusing the filling with warm curry spices. Ground lamb or beef is simmered with onions, carrots, peas, and curry powder, then topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked to golden perfection. This dish brings cozy comfort food together with bold, aromatic flavor.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4–6

📝 Ingredients

For the Filling:

500g (1 lb) ground lamb or beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 carrots, diced
100g (¾ cup) frozen peas
2 tbsp curry powder (medium or mild)
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp tomato paste
200ml (¾ cup) beef or vegetable stock
1 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp vegetable oil

For the Mash Topping:

700g (1½ lbs) potatoes, peeled and chopped
50g (3 tbsp) butter
100ml (⅓ cup) milk
Salt and pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes or until tender. Drain, mash with butter and milk, and season to taste. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and carrots and cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the ground meat, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned.
Stir in curry powder, cumin, and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute to release the spices.
Pour in the stock, stir in the peas, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened (add flour if needed).
Spoon the meat mixture into a baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes on top and use a fork to rough up the surface.
Bake in the oven for 20–25 minutes or until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or a sprinkle of curry powder if desired.