As spring blooms, it brings forth a season of renewal, and what better way to embrace this freshness than by trying some delightful mince beef recipes?
Mince beef is a staple in many kitchens and offers versatility that few other ingredients can match. Whether you’re preparing a simple weeknight dinner or an elaborate weekend feast, mince beef can be your star ingredient. And when it’s grass-fed and ethically produced, it carries a taste and quality that’s hard to top.

Not All Mince Is Created Equally
Before we dive into the recipes, let’s talk quality. We always advise buying top-tier, grass-fed beef, and here’s why:
Better Taste & Health: Grass-fed beef isn’t just tastier; it’s also packed with good stuff like vitamins and heart-friendly omega-3s. It’s a step up from the usual beef that might get a mix of grains.
Happier Cows: When beef is ethically sourced, it means the cows had a good life without unnecessary stress. It’s all about treating them right.
Eco-Friendly with Provenir: With our paddock-to-plate approach, there’s less travel for the food. This means:
- Fresher beef with natural flavours
- A smaller carbon footprint, which is a win for our planet
So, when you’re shopping, remember these points and opt for quality! Now, let’s get cooking.
4 Healthy Beef Mince Recipes to Add to Your Weeknight Rotation
Asian Beef Mince Noodle Bowl with Fried Egg
Packed with flavour, this 15-minute meal is quick and easy enough for an average Tuesday night yet impressive enough for a weekend get-together.
Taking centre stage in this dish alongside the beef is the beloved egg. Eggs are not only delicious but also a powerhouse of nutrition. They provide a great source of high-quality protein and essential vitamins such as vitamin D, B6, and B12. They are rich in choline, a nutrient crucial for brain health.

Asian Beef Mince Noodle Bowl With Fried Egg
Time
- Preparation: 5 min
- Cooking: 10 min
- Ready in: 15 min
Ingredients
- 500 g Beef mince
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- ½ cup Hoisin sauce
- ½ x 520 g bag Asian style coleslaw mix
- 4 Eggs
- Noodles of choice (prepared following packet instructions)
- 1 long Red chilli (thinly sliced)
- Green onions, thinly sliced, and steamed Asian greens (to serve)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a frying pan or wok over medium high heat. Add mince and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it up with the back of a wooden spoon, until browned.
- Add hoisin sauce. Stir until well combined. Add coleslaw mix and 1 tablespoon of water and toss until well combined. Cook for 1 minute or until vegetables are just tender.
- Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a large frying pan. Fry eggs for 2-3 minutes or until whites are cooked. Spoon mince mixture over noodles. Place an egg over mince, sprinkle with chilli and green onions. Serve with steamed Asian greens.
Fresh Beef Mince Lettuce Cups
The crispness of fresh lettuce perfectly complements the richness of beef mince in this dish.

Beyond their invigorating taste, leafy greens like lettuce are packed with health benefits. They’re low in calories and offer vitamins A, C, and K. While vitamin A supports vision, vitamin C acts as an antioxidant beneficial for skin health, and vitamin K plays a pivotal role in blood clotting and bone health.
These lettuce cups are a true symphony of flavour and nutrition.
Beef Mince Lettuce Cups
Time
- Preparation: 15 min
- Cooking: 5 min
- Ready in: 20 min
Ingredients
- 500 g Lean beef mince
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 Red capsicum (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Mint leaves
- 1 cup Coriander leaves
- 1 long Red chilli (deseeded, thinly sliced)
- 2 Lime leaves (very finely shredded)
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
- 2 tsp Caster sugar
- Baby cos leaves, prawn crackers, lime wedges (to serve)
Instructions
- Heat half the oil in a large wok or non-stick frying pan over a high heat. Cook half the beef for 1-2 minutes, or until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Set aside in a large bowl. Repeat with remaining oil and beef. Cool slightly.
- Add remaining ingredients to beef and toss to coat. Serve with cos leaves, rice, prawn crackers and lime wedges.
Notes
- Beef stir-fry strips would also work well in this recipe.
- You can adjust the flavours (hot, sour, salty and sweet) to taste, by using more or less chilli, lime juice, fish sauce and sugar.
- Add some wedges of cucumber and thinly sliced snow peas, if desired.
- Serve with jasmine or brown rice, if desired.
Minced Beef Larb with Roasted Rice
The spotlight in this dish is on the roasted rice, a unique ingredient lending a warm, savoury flavour. Roasting rice adds a nutty depth, completely transforming the texture and aroma of the dish.

Toasting the rice until brown and then grinding infuses the larb with an aromatic profile that’s hard to beat. But for those seeking more, pairing it with steamed Jasmine rice makes each bite heartier and even more satiating.
Minced Beef Larb With Roasted Rice
Time
- Preparation: 20 min
- Cooking: 6 min
- Ready in: 26 min
Ingredients
- 500 g Lean minced beef
- 2 tbsp Roasted rice* (coarsely ground)
- 1 small Red onion (finely sliced)
- 1 cup Mint leaves
- 1 cup Coriander leaves
- 1 long Red chilli (sliced)
- 2 Lime leaves (very finely shredded)
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
- 2 tsp Sugar
- Baby cos leaves, prawn crackers and lime wedges (to serve)
Instructions
- Place a large wok or frying pan over a high heat. Cook half of the beef in a small amount of vegetable oil in for 3 minutes or until lightly coloured, breaking it up as it cooks. Repeat with the remaining beef. Tip into a large mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly.
- Add the ground rice and remaining ingredients and stir well. Place onto a platter and serve with cos leaves and lime wedges.
Notes
- You can adjust the flavours (hot, sour, salty and sweet) to taste, by using more or less chilli, lime juice, fish sauce and sugar.
- For a more filling meal, try serving with steamed Jasmine rice.
*To roast rice, place in a dry frying pan over a moderately high heat. Stir until toasted and brown. Transfer to a mortar and pestle and beat until coarsely ground.
Spanish Beef Rissoles with Quinoa Salad
Rissoles are a timeless classic. What elevates this version is the accompanying quinoa salad. Dubbed a superfood, quinoa is gluten-free and protein-rich. It offers all nine essential amino acids, marking it as a complete protein source.

Additionally, quinoa is abundant in dietary fibre, B vitamins, and minerals like magnesium and phosphorus.
And the beauty of rissoles? They’re a blank canvas. Their adaptability can lead to a new taste adventure each time:
- Flavours: Switch between Mediterranean vibes with rosemary and feta to Asian twists using ginger and soy sauce.
- Veggies: Mix in bell peppers for crunch or grated zucchini for moisture.
- Fillings: Surprise your taste buds with pockets of melted cheese or tangy relish.
- Sides & Sauces: Pair with mashed potatoes one day and a zesty salsa the next.
- Global Touches: Try Italian-style rissoles with sun-dried tomatoes or Indian spins with cumin.
Spanish Beef Rissoles
Tasty Spanish rissoles in a smoky tomato based sauce.
Time
- Preparation: 20 min
- Cooking: 30 min
- Ready in: 50 min
Ingredients
Rissoles
- 400 g Lean beef mince
- 2 cloves es Garlic (crushed)
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 Egg
- ¼ cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Sauce
- ½ Onion (finely chopped)
- ½ Red capsicum (finely chopped)
- 400 ml Tomatoes (no added salt) (chopped)
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
Quinoa salad
- 200 g Pumpkin (diced)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- ½ cup Quinoa
- 100 g Snow peas (sliced diagonally)
- 4 Spring onions (finely sliced)
- 1 Avocado (sliced)
- 1 tbsp Sherry or red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- To make rissoles, combine mince, garlic, smoked paprika, egg and breadcrumbs in a large bowl and season with pepper. Divide mix into 4 and shape into 4 rissoles. Add oil to a large frying pan over medium heat and cook rissoles for 2 minutes each side until golden brown. Set aside.
- Add onion and capsicum to same frying pan and cook for 5 minutes until softened, add tomatoes, paprika and 400ml water and return rissoles to pan. Cook for 10 minutes, turn rissoles over and cook for another 10 minutes until cooked through and sauce has thickened.
- To make quinoa salad, preheat oven to 200⁰C. Toss pumpkin in half the oil and season with pepper. Spread out on a baking tray and roast for 20-30 minutes until golden and soft.
- Place quinoa in a sieve and rinse under running water. Place in a small saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Whisk vinegar, mustard, remaining oil and pepper to make a dressing. Combine quinoa with roast pumpkin, spring onions, avocado and snowpeas and pour over dressing
A Culinary Celebration with Provenir
With Provenir’s beef, you’re getting more than just meat. You’re choosing good taste, healthy food, and ethical farming. Try our healthy beef mince recipes this spring, have fun in the kitchen, and remember: tasty food makes life better.
Ready to jazz up dinner? Shop now. Enjoy the rich taste, trust the quality, and feel good about where it comes from. Check out our beef options and find your new favourite.
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