Healthy Sausage Rolls Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500g lamb mince

• 1 small zucchini, grated (excess moisture squeezed out)

• 1 small carrot, grated

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup oats or almond meal (for binding)

• 1 large egg, lightly beaten (reserve a little for brushing the pastry)

• 1 teaspoon liver powder

• 1 tablespoon fresh herbs of choice

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 2 sheets of puff pastry 

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, grated zucchini, grated carrot, onion, garlic, oats or almond meal, egg, parsley, and any other herbs.

• Season with salt and pepper and mix until well combined.

2. Assemble the Rolls:

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• Lay the puff pastry sheets on a flat surface and cut each sheet in half to form two long rectangles.

• Divide the filling mixture into four portions and shape each into a log, placing one along the center of each rectangle.

• Fold the pastry over the filling and press to seal the edges. You can use a fork to crimp the edges if desired.

3. Brush and Slice:

• Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down.

• Lightly brush the tops with the reserved beaten egg for a golden finish.

• Slice each roll into smaller portions (3-4 pieces per roll, or keep them longer if preferred).

4. Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.

5. Serve:

• Enjoy warm with a side of your favorite dipping sauce or a fresh salad.

Tips:

• For an extra veggie boost, you can add a handful of chopped spinach or kale to the filling.

• These can be frozen before baking for meal prep. Just bake straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.