Asked on 17 Dec 2016 by LSR
Is it possible to make homemade mincemeat without suet? Would it be possible to use butter? Suet is not a common stable in Denmark.
In the recipe for mincemeat it says ' use ground spice'. Which spice? Is it a mixed spice?
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Lena Susanne, Denmark
Hello Lena Suzanne.
Yes you can make mincemeat with butter instead of suet.
It is possible to make your own mixed spice. For the best aroma get whole spices if you can then roast and grind your own.
The mixed spice we use contains
Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Allspice, Coriander, Clove Buds & Mace
When each spice has been roasted and ground you need about 1 spoonful of the cinnamon, allspice, coriander and cloves & half spoon of the mace. Then use the amount specified in the recipe that you are following.
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Kind regards
Lindsey
Thank you. I will try making an adjusted version accordingly.