Description

Soft rolls filled with a rich, tangy blend of beef mince and Eat Curious Mince, cooked in a classic sloppy joe sauce. The addition of Eat Curious Mince boosts fibre, reduces fat, and lowers carbon impact, creating a hearty, flavour-packed option that’s perfect for an easily scaleable school meal.

THIS RECIPE HAS BEEN CREATED BY EAT CURIOUS DEVELOPMENT CHEF LIAM

Chef Liam is a skilled culinary problem-solver who transforms complex school food standards into practical, scalable recipes that are both compliant and crowd-pleasing. With a sharp eye on budget, nutrition, and taste, he crafts flavourful, cost-effective meals that accommodate dietary restrictions, portion requirements, and the realities of limited kitchen resources. By innovating with seasonal ingredients and balancing every penny with every nutrient, Chef Liam ensures students receive meals that are satisfying, wholesome, and consistently well-executed.

Instructions

Hydrate Eat Curious Dehydrated Mince using 1 part Mince: 3 parts cold water (or stock): For this recipe, add 60g Eat Curious Dehydrated Mince to a gastronorm tray or food-grade container. Add 180ml water and stir well to fully submerge. We recommend adding gravy browning to the rehydration liquid to help colour the mince and ensure a seamless blend when cooked with beef mince. Cover and leave to hydrate for a minimum of 30 minutes. Overnight hydration (chilled) is recommended for best yield and texture. Drain any excess liquid before using.
Cook onion for 8 minutes.
Add beef mince and Eat Curious Mince and cook for 2 minutes.
Stir in sauces, tomatoes and paprika. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Spoon the mixture into rolls and serve.