Vegan Gastro Pub-Style Shepherd's Pie

Vegan Shepherd's Pie with golden sweet potato crust, lentil filling visible, on dark wood table with beer and ambient lighting.
Vegan Gastro Pub-Style Shepherd's Pie

Introduction

Dive into the heart of modern gastro pub cuisine with a vegan twist. This recipe combines the cozy ambiance of a pub with sophisticated, plant-based ingredients for a meal that's both comforting and exciting.

Ingredients

  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 200g cremini mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked green lentils
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes; drain and mash with almond milk and vegan butter; season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and sauté until onions are translucent.
  4. Add carrots, celery, and mushrooms; cook until vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in cooked lentils, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and vegetable broth. Simmer until the mixture thickens.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Transfer the lentil mixture to a baking dish, and evenly spread the mashed sweet potatoes on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden.
  9. Serve warm.

Enjoy this delightful creation with a glass of your favorite vegan craft beer or a refreshing herbal tea for a complete gastro pub experience at home.

Hiroshi

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 350, Fat: 9g, Carbs: 58g, Protein: 12g 
Preparation Time50 minutes 
Allergy InformationNuts (almond milk), Gluten-free