Merlin's Quality Meats

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Merlin's Quality Meats Merlin's Quality Meats is a local family owned butcher shop located in the heart of Bargo.

Our aim is to provide the local community with top quality meat, patisseries and value packs at affordable prices. We offer home delivery, meaning you can have our Cowra lamb or grass fed beef delivered straight to your door. Our self service fridge is stocked with all you need to roast, smoke or BBQ. Our Butchers have almost 40 years combined experience and bring their knowledge, expertise and passion to work every day.

🍗 🔥Thai Chicken BitesServes: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 15 min📝 Ingredients:500g (1 lb) ground chicken2 garlic c...
03/10/2026

🍗 🔥Thai Chicken Bites
Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 15 min

📝 Ingredients:
500g (1 lb) ground chicken

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 small shallot or onion, finely chopped

1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tbsp fresh basil or Thai basil, chopped

1 tsp grated ginger

1–2 tsp red curry paste or Thai chili paste (adjust for heat)

1 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce)

1 tsp lime zest

1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)

1 egg, beaten

Oil for frying

👩‍🍳 Instructions:
Mix ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, garlic, shallot, cilantro, basil, ginger, red curry paste, fish sauce, lime zest, breadcrumbs, and beaten egg. Mix well.

Form bites:
Shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls or patties.

Cook:
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken bites in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes).

Drain:
Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve:
Serve warm with sweet chili sauce, peanut sauce, or a squeeze of lime. Have a wonderful weekend everyone ❤️

🔥Hearty Braised Short Ribs & Lamb Shanks in Aromatic Red W**e Herb Sauce🥩🍖🔥Ingredients:2 lamb shanks2 lbs beef short rib...
30/09/2026

🔥Hearty Braised Short Ribs & Lamb Shanks in Aromatic Red W**e Herb Sauce🥩🍖🔥

Ingredients:

2 lamb shanks

2 lbs beef short ribs

2 tbsp olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 large onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks

2 cups red w**e (Cabernet Sauvignon or similar)

2 cups beef broth

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp smoked paprika

2 sprigs fresh rosemary

4 sprigs fresh thyme

2 bay leaves

Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

Season lamb shanks and short ribs generously with salt and pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb shanks and short ribs on all sides until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.

In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic for 3–4 minutes. Add tomato paste and smoked paprika, stirring for another minute.

Pour in red w**e to deglaze the pot, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, rosemary, thyme, and bay leaves. Return the meats to the pot.

Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until meat is fall-apart tender.

Discard bay leaves and herb stems. Skim fat if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 hours | Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Kcal: 540 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

👑 KING’S BIRTHDAY – CLOSED MONDAY 👑Just a quick reminder that our shop will be CLOSED this Monday for the King’s Birthda...
30/09/2026

👑 KING’S BIRTHDAY – CLOSED MONDAY 👑

Just a quick reminder that our shop will be CLOSED this Monday for the King’s Birthday Public Holiday.

We’ll be back open as usual on Tuesday.

Hope everyone enjoys the long weekend! ☀️🥩
Thank you for your continued support! ❤️

We are seeking a Junior casual staff member to join our Butcher Shop. No experience? No Worries! If your reliable, frien...
28/07/2026

We are seeking a Junior casual staff member to join our Butcher Shop. No experience? No Worries! If your reliable, friendly and ready to learn, we want to hear from you. Apply now by dropping your resume in store or give us a call. wingecarribee picton wollondilly bargo customerservice wearehiringnow‼️ positionvacantapplywithin

🥩BUTCHER WANTED🥩 Our shop is currently hiring a skilled butcher to join our team.At our country butcher shop, we pride o...
29/06/2026

🥩BUTCHER WANTED🥩 Our shop is currently hiring a skilled butcher to join our team.

At our country butcher shop, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality meats and exceptional customer service to our loyal customers. We believe in supporting local farmers and sourcing the freshest meats for our community.

As a butcher at our shop, your responsibilities will include:

- Skilfully cutting, trimming, and preparing various cuts of meat
- Ensuring proper storage and handling of meats to maintain freshness and quality
- Assisting customers in selecting the right cuts of meat and providing recommendations
- Operating and maintaining butcher equipment and tools
- Maintaining a clean and organized work area
- Collaborating with colleagues to meet customer demands and achieve shop goals

To be considered for this position, candidates should have:

- Previous experience working as a butcher in a retail or similar setting
- Strong knowledge of different cuts of meat and their preparation techniques
- Excellent knife skills and the ability to work with precision
- A passion for providing exceptional customer service and building relationships with customers
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

If you are a dedicated and skilled butcher looking for a new opportunity in a country butcher shop, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and become a part of a community-focused shop that values quality and customer satisfaction.

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected] or call Jim on 0419 400 974. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team! newsouthwales southernhighlandsnsw shoalhaven midnorthcoastnsw centralnsw southcoastnsw countrynsw

Please see below our Christmas to New Year opening hours . We are open until 1pm for Christmas Eve 🎄🎅
21/12/2025

Please see below our Christmas to New Year opening hours . We are open until 1pm for Christmas Eve 🎄🎅

🥩 You asked, we delivered!Our premium T-Bone steaks with tails on are now available freshly cut in house and full of fla...
01/11/2025

🥩 You asked, we delivered!
Our premium T-Bone steaks with tails on are now available freshly cut in house and full of flavour.
Perfect for the BBQ, the grill, or the smoker 🔥
Drop by the shop today and grab yours before they’re gone!
📍 Merlin Quality Meats at Bargo

🔥Bangers and Mash 🍽️👌 Craving something tasty? Try our handmade sausages , just pure goodness! 🤤 Perfect for BBQs, brekk...
21/10/2025

🔥Bangers and Mash 🍽️👌 Craving something tasty? Try our handmade sausages , just pure goodness! 🤤
Perfect for BBQs, brekkie, or family dinners! Nothing beats a fresh, juicy sausage from your local butcher 😜🌭🍖

🎉Spoil Dad this Father’s Day! ❤️Nothing says “thank you” like a BBQ feast 🥩🔥Grab your Father’s Day Meat Pack ,packed fre...
05/09/2025

🎉Spoil Dad this Father’s Day! ❤️
Nothing says “thank you” like a BBQ feast 🥩🔥
Grab your Father’s Day Meat Pack ,packed fresh and ready for Sunday with all Dad’s favourites!
📍 Available at Merlin Quality Meats 🔥🔥

Address

2/1 Noongah Street
Bargo, NSW
2574

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm
Sunday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

+61400599767

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