Classic Shepherd's Pie | Gordon Ramsay

Summary

This video script provides a step-by-step guide to making a classic British Shepherd’s pie. It starts with cooking minced lamb, draining the fat, and adding seasoned grated vegetables like onion, carrot, and garlic. The minced lamb is then flavored with tomato puree, red wine, rosemary, and chicken stock. The mashed potato topping is mixed with egg yolks and parmesan cheese for a golden brown finish. The pie is baked for 18-20 minutes for a crispy top. The script also mentions preparing thick-sliced beef wellington and flatbreads with fennel and feta for a delicious meal.

Takeaways

• 🍴 Shepherd's pie is a classic British dish made with minced lamb, vegetables, and potatoes.
• 🥕 Grating vegetables like onion, carrot, and garlic allows them to disintegrate and add flavor to the mince.
• 🍷 Tomato puree, red wine, and rosemary enhance the flavor of the mince mixture.
• 🍗 Chicken stock is added to the mince mixture and cooked for 3-4 minutes.
• 🥔 Mashed potatoes are used for the topping, seasoned with egg yolks.
• 🧀 Parmesan cheese is the secret ingredient for creating a golden brown crust on top of the shepherd's pie.
• 🔥 The pie is baked for 18-20 minutes in the oven to get a crispy topping.
• 😋 The thick slices of beef Wellington should be about an inch thick when served.
• 🫓 Flatbreads with fennel and feta are a simple, quick dish ready in minutes.
• 👌 The crispy, golden topping and savory mince make this shepherd's pie a satisfying British classic.

Q & A

What is the main dish being prepared in the script?

The main dish being prepared is Shepherd's pie, a Great British classic.

What type of meat is used in this Shepherd's pie recipe?

Minced lamb is used in the Shepherd's pie recipe.

Why is the lamb browned before adding other ingredients?

Browning the lamb adds color and helps get rid of unwanted fat, preventing the pie from becoming greasy.

What vegetables are included in the recipe, and what is the benefit of grating them?

Onion, carrot, and garlic are included. Grating them helps them disintegrate and puree into the sauce, enhancing the flavor.

What are the key ingredients added to the mince to enhance the flavor?

Key ingredients include tomato puree, red wine, rosemary, and chicken stock.

How long should the mixture cook once the chicken stock is added?

The mixture should cook for 3 or 4 minutes after adding the chicken stock.

What is the secret ingredient added to the mashed potatoes to create a crispy topping?

The secret ingredient is Parmesan cheese, which helps create a golden, crispy topping.

What additional step is taken to enhance the mashed potatoes before they are placed on top of the mince?

Egg yolks are added to the mashed potatoes for additional richness and to improve texture.

How long should the Shepherd's pie be baked in the oven?

The pie should be baked in the oven for 18 to 20 minutes.

What other simple dish is mentioned at the end of the script, and what are its key ingredients?

A dish of flatbreads with fennel and feta is mentioned, which is simple, delicious, and ready to eat in minutes.