Gentle Lamb Rissoles

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Soft, savoury lamb patties made with simple, tolerable ingredients. Great for freezing, meal prep, or pairing with gentle sides like mashed sweet potato or steamed vegetables.

🍽️ Serves: 3–4 (makes ~8 small rissoles)

Prep time: 10 min | Cook time: 15–20 min
Zone-Friendly: 🟢 Green to 🔴 Red (prep in batches, reheat safely)

📝 Ingredients:

500g fresh lamb mince (grass-fed, no additives)
1 medium carrot, finely grated
2 tbsp chives or parsley, finely chopped (omit for ultra-low salicylate)
1 tsp rice bran or canola oil (or DF spread)
¼ cup rice flour or GF breadcrumbs (omit if grain-free)
1 small zucchini, grated and squeezed (optional for added moisture)
1 egg (optional, helps bind – omit if allergic)
Salt, to taste
1 tsp suitable homemade broth or water (optional, for moisture)

👩‍🍳 Method:

In a bowl, mix all ingredients until well combined.
Form into small patties/rissoles (about 2 tbsp each).
Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat.
Add a little oil or DF spread if needed.
Cook rissoles for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
Rest briefly, then serve warm with suitable sides.

✅ Diet Suitability

Diet Type	✅ / ⚠️ / ❌	Notes
🧂 Low-Histamine	✅ / ⚠️	Use very fresh lamb, cook same day. Avoid leftovers or reheating multiple times.
🌿 Low-/Moderate-Salicylate	✅ / ⚠️	Carrot, zucchini, and rice bran oil are low/moderate; omit herbs if needed.
🌾 Gluten- and Dairy-Free	✅	Use rice flour or GF breadcrumbs. No dairy.
🧠 Neurodivergent-Aware	✅	Soft, familiar texture. Can be pre-formed and frozen for routine ease.
🌀 Low-Inflammatory / Low-GI	✅ / ⚠️	Grass-fed lamb and veg-based binders; portion control for red meat.
💧 IC/PBS-Friendly	✅ / ⚠️	Avoid strong herbs, spice, onion/garlic. Use tolerated ingredients only.
🔥 GERD-Friendly	✅ / ⚠️	Lean lamb, no tomato/citrus/spices. Cook gently with minimal oil.
🟣 Low-FODMAP	✅	Lamb, carrot, zucchini, chives, and rice flour are all safe in moderate portions.
🍽️ All Zones Cookable	✅	Can be batch prepped and frozen raw or cooked.