Description
Hearty Shepherd’s Pie blends savory ground beef with creamy mashed potatoes in a classic comfort dish. Rich layers of seasoned meat and velvety potato topping create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound 93% lean ground beef
Starch:
- 1 pound potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes (Yukon golds recommended)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
Cooking Oil:
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus additional to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 – 2 teaspoons hot sauce (such as sriracha), plus additional for serving
Optional Serving Suggestions:
- Non-fat plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Warm canola oil in a spacious skillet over moderate heat until shimmering.
- Introduce diced potatoes to the skillet, gently tossing every few minutes until they transform into golden, tender morsels (approximately 10-12 minutes).
- Incorporate ground beef, crumbling and browning the meat thoroughly while stirring frequently.
- Fold in finely chopped onion and vibrant red bell pepper, sautéing until the vegetables become translucent and tender (around 5-6 minutes).
- Drizzle Worcestershire sauce, blend in Dijon mustard, sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, and season with salt and black pepper. Add a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, enabling the flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Garnish with freshly sliced green onions and serve piping hot. Consider complementing the dish with creamy Greek yogurt, sprinkled shredded cheese, or fluffy rice as optional accompaniments.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier version of this hearty dish.
- Use cast iron skillet for better heat distribution and a more robust, caramelized flavor on potatoes and meat.
- Consider swapping regular potatoes with sweet potatoes for added nutritional value and a slightly different taste profile.
- Ensure Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free or substitute with tamari sauce for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 322 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg