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Irish stew with tender lamb, carrots, and potatoes in a savory broth.

Irish Stew Recipe

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Simmer a classic Irish Stew recipe. Tender lamb, root vegetables, and a rich, savory broth develop deep flavors over a long, cozy simmer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Irish
Servings 6 servings
Calories 272 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 pounds lamb shoulder cut into 2-inch chunks
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 large carrots peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 4 cups beef or lamb broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions
 

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Season the lamb chunks with salt and pepper. Add to the pot and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the lamb and set aside.
    Browning seasoned lamb chunks in a pot for Irish stew.
  • In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
    Sautéing diced onion and minced garlic in a pot for Irish stew.
  • Return the lamb to the pot. Add the carrots, potatoes, broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
    Adding potatoes, carrots, broth, and herbs to the pot for Irish stew.
  • Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
  • Remove the bay leaves. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 24gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 699mgFiber: 5g
Keyword carrots, irish stew, lamb, potatoes
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