Hearty Irish Lamb Stew
A warm, comforting dish filled with tender lamb and vibrant vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs bone-in lamb chops
- 4 medium carrots
- 4 medium waxy potatoes
- 2 sweet onions
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup pearl barley (optional)
Instructions
- Chop vegetables and cube the lamb into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, sear the lamb in olive oil until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in carrots and potatoes, then add vegetable broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 1.5 hours or until meat is fork-tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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