Description
Jamie Oliver’s Vegan Shepherd’s Pie is a plant-based take on the traditional shepherd’s pie. It uses lentils and an array of vegetables in place of meat, with a savory tomato and herb-based sauce. This is topped with fluffy mashed potatoes and baked until golden and bubbly.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery sticks, diced
- 150g mushrooms, chopped
- 1 can (400g) green or brown lentils, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 400ml vegetable stock
- 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
For the Mashed Potato Topping
- 800g potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 tablespoons plant-based milk (such as almond or oat)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegan butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, add the cubed potatoes and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Drain and return them to the pot. Add the plant-based milk, olive oil or vegan butter, and season with salt and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the mushrooms and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the drained lentils, tomato paste, vegetable stock, chopped tomatoes, thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens and the vegetables are tender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Transfer the filling to a baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with the mashed potatoes, using a fork to create a textured surface for a crispy top.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!