lamb mince

Minced young sheep

Lamb mince is ground lamb meat, minced into small pieces for cooking.

Common in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines for dishes like kofta, moussaka, and shepherd's pie: Brown the lamb mince with onions and spices.

Called ground lamb in American English.

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