Classic Aussie Savoury Mince on Charred Sourdough – Authentic Australia Recipe

Beloved Australian homestead breakfast-for-dinner skillet of rich herb-simmered beef mince over toast.

Country of Origin
🇦🇺 Australia (Australasia, Oceania)
Dietary Profile
omnivore
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Difficulty
Easy
Signature Staples
Lean grass-fed beef mince, Diced carrots and celery, Green peas, Worcestershire notes, Thyme

Ingredients for Classic Aussie Savoury Mince on Charred Sourdough (4 Servings)

  • 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) lean grass-fed beef mince, prepped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups diced carrots and celery, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with Worcestershire notes
  • 1.5 tbsp traditional Australia seasoning (thyme, bay leaf, cracked pepper)
  • 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, and Worcestershire notes for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Add lean grass-fed beef mince and diced carrots and celery along with thyme, bay leaf, cracked pepper, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
  4. Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
  5. Garnish with green peas and serve straight from the skillet.

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