Slow cooker mince recipes are a great way to make a hearty, filling meal without spending ages in the kitchen.
Mince is a type of ground meat often used in dishes like spaghetti bolognese, shepherd’s pie, lasagne and curries. Slow cooker recipes can be made with beef, pork, lamb, turkey or chicken.
In this guide, I’ll share some of my favourite recipes for slow cooker mince. Whether you’re looking for a classic dish or something a little different, you’ll find something to suit your tastebuds.
Slow Cooker Mince Recipes
Ground mince is perfect for cooking in a slow cooker.
In most slow cooker mince recipes, all you need to do is add the mince with the other ingredients, stir it, and set the slow cooker off to cook.
The result will be a deliciously tasty, soft and tender mince dish.
Slow Cooker Mince and Dumplings
Try this simple to prepare slow cooker mince and dumplings recipes. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the delicious beef sauce.
Slow Cooker Pork Ragu
This slow cooker pork ragu is quick and simple to prepare. Leave it to slow cook for 6 to 8 hours and the pork will come out soft and tender.
Slow Cooker Lasagne
Slow cooker lasagna comes out with deliciously tender mince and soft and tasty pasta. A perfect family slow cooker meal.
Slow Cooker Spaghetti Bolognese
A comforting and delicious slow cooker spaghetti Bolognese. It's a regular in our house!
Slow Cooker Beef Keema
Beef Keema is the ideal Indian curry to make in a slow cooker. It's simple to prepare and can be left to do it's thing all day long. Serve with naan or pitta bread.
Slow Cooker Meatballs
Slow cooker meatballs taste amazing when slowly cooked in a rich and flavoursome tomato sauce. They taste great when served over freshly cooked spaghetti.
Slow Cooker Chilli Con Carne
Slow cooker chilli con carne is ideal for the whole family! It's also the perfect dish to come home to at the end of a busy day.
Can You Put Raw Mince In A Slow Cooker?
Yes, it’s perfectly safe to put raw mince in a slow cooker. In fact, some people prefer not to brown the meat first, as this can add extra time to the cooking process.
Raw meat will cook evenly in a slow cooker and will come out soft and tender.
Some people prefer to brown mince before adding it to the slow cooker to drain off any excess fat before cooking it and enhance the flavour. If you choose to saute it first, it’s a good opportunity to simultaneously saute other ingredients, including onions, garlic and spices.
Either way, you can be assured that your raw meat will cook thoroughly and safely in a slow cooker if cooked for long enough.
How Long Does It Take To Cook Mince In A Slow Cooker?
Raw mince will cook in 2 to 3 hours on high and 4 to 6 hours on low. You can leave mince in a slow cooker for longer; it will just become softer, assuming there is enough liquid for it to cook in.
Can You Overcook Mince In A Slow Cooker?
It is possible to overcook mince in a slow cooker but not typical. As long as you have set the slow cooker off on the low setting and have some liquid in there, it shouldn’t overcook or burn.