Fresh mint relish - Recipes - Food & Drink - The Independent What can I say about bottle mint sauce? Sweet, vinegary, it's just horrendous. I can't believe anyone would want to put that on a lovely piece of meat. Forget it! Try this and you'll never look back. 1 large bunch mint, finely chopped 1 tbsp lemon thyme, leaves only, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 tsp caster sugar 3 tbsp red-wine vinegar 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Put all of the ingredients into a small bowl and mix until the sugar has dissolved. Allow to stand for about 10 minutes before serving with the lamb and potatoes.