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Beef mince is the true MVP of the Kiwi family kitchen. It’s super flexible and ready to star in everything from your classic spaghetti bolognese to juicy burgers and hearty cottage pies. In New Zealand, you’ll find it in three tasty tiers, each with its own fat level and price tag.
The top dog? Premium mince. This lean, mean, 5% fat machine usually comes from prime cuts like sirloin or chuck, making it the go-to for anyone wanting flavour without the grease. Perfect for stir-fries or those lean meatballs that keep things light but delicious!
We’ve gathered our favourite recipes below that use premium beef mince to perfection.


Kumara and beef nacho bowl
Nacho bowls are great for lunch or a light dinner option. The flavourful mince can be made in batches and frozen for easy future meals!


Fried rice with beef
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Lasagne soup
No one wants the additional fat content in a soup, so make sure you choose a lean premium mince for this lasagna in spoonable form.


On top of Spaghetti
A true family classic, lean meatballs sit wonderfully on top of a pile of spaghetti and vegetables for a happy family dinner.


Hot honey beef bowl
A viral trend and for good reason. The flavours are big and wholesome, it’s quick and simple to throw together. A total winner in our books.


Easy Mexi mince
We batch cook this mince as it’s so versatile. Aim for premium mince here as the flavour is key and use whatever vegetables you have on hand.


Breakfast frittata
You want the full flavour of premium mince here and be sure to use a good quality cheese too; it will make all the difference to the final dish.


Rendang mince wraps
These babies will disappear as soon as they hit the table, so make sure you’ve got plenty if you’re feeding a crowd!

Posted by Beef + Lamb New Zealand