Photo shows the Regular dishMeatloaf and Pan Gravy — Soft & Bite-Sized
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Tender bite-sized meatloaf pieces coated in thick, smooth pan gravy.
Ingredients
- 3-star beef mince 4000 g
- Pork mince 1000 g
- Tomato sauce 200 g
- Worcestershire sauce 100 g
- Eggs 5
- Fine breadcrumbs 300 g, incorporated into the loaf only
- Carrots 400 g, peeled
- Onions 400 g, peeled
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 bunches, tough stalks discarded
- Dried mixed herbs 20 g, finely ground
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Canola oil spray, sufficient to grease tins
- Strained, defatted meatloaf cooking juices, reserved from this batch
- Water or suitable stock, sufficient to bring cooking juices to approximately 2 litres
- Smooth gravy thickener, as per manufacturer's instructions; select without introducing additional allergens
Final texture
Moist, tender bite-sized pieces that squash completely under fork pressure and remain flattened, with no separate thin liquid.
Sauce, gravy & liquid
Thick, smooth pan gravy coating every piece, without thin juices pooling on the plate.
IDDSI Level 6 requirements
- Pieces no larger than 1.5cm × 1.5cm for adults.
- Squashes and changes shape under fork pressure and does not return to shape.
- Moist throughout; no thin liquid separating.
Preparation
Cooking
Texture modification
Serving & plating
IDDSI testing to perform
Once portioned keep covered otherwise it will go dry very quickly. Once the gravy is done pour a small amount over the sliced meat loaf. This will help retain some moisture.
This dish is best served with additional veg and a starch such as roast potatoes or mash.
IDDSI testing & verification
Level 6 — Soft & Bite-Sized. Saved on this device only until staff logins are added.
