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Irish Lamb Stew

Heartwarming Irish Lamb Stew for Cozy Nights In

This Irish Lamb Stew is a comforting, slow-cooked masterpiece, perfect for any cozy evening or festive gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 3 pounds Lamb, cut into cubes Select boneless leg or shoulder for tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour Optional to coat lamb before browning.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil Cooking fat for searing lamb and sautéing vegetables.
  • 12 Pearl onions, peeled Or 1 large onion, chopped.
  • 3 medium Carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces Opt for firm carrots.
  • 2 pounds Potatoes, peeled and cubed Yukon Gold or red potatoes work best.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried Fresh thyme can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste Deepens flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Or to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Or to taste.
  • 1 cup Guinness stout Enhances flavor.
  • 3 cups Beef broth, low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your ingredients.
  2. Toss the lamb cubes with flour until coated. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear lamb until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  4. Remove lamb and sauté onions, carrots, and potatoes for 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent.
  5. Deglaze the pot with a splash of Guinness or broth, scraping up brown bits.
  6. Return lamb to the pot, add herbs and seasonings, and pour in broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Cover and cook in the oven for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until lamb is fork-tender.
  8. Adjust seasoning after cooking and mash some potatoes for a thicker stew.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Consider making the stew a day in advance; the flavors deepen overnight.

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