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Irish Stew Recipe: Discover the Secret to Comfort!


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A classic comfort food that warms the belly and soul, Irish stew is made with tender lamb or beef, fresh vegetables, and a rich broth.


Ingredients

  • Lamb shoulder or leg: 1.5 kg, cut into chunks
  • Potatoes: 4 medium, peeled and diced
  • Carrots: 3 large, sliced
  • Onions: 2 medium, chopped
  • Celery: 2 stalks, chopped
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Fresh thyme: 2 teaspoons, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Bay leaves: 2
  • Salt and pepper: to taste
  • Beef broth: 1.5 liters (or enough to cover the ingredients)

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients by washing, peeling, and chopping as needed.
  2. Brown the lamb in batches in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté the onions, celery, and carrots in the same pot until the onions are translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  5. Combine the browned lamb, diced potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper in the pot.
  6. Pour in the beef broth until it covers all ingredients, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  7. Adjust seasoning, remove bay leaves, and serve garnished with fresh thyme.

Notes

  • Optional ingredients include stout beer, parsnips, mushrooms, peas, and additional herbs.
  • Common mistakes to avoid include overcrowding the pot and skipping the browning step.
  • Enhance flavor with fresh herbs, aromatics, and a splash of acidity before serving.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Irish stew, comfort food, lamb stew, traditional Irish recipe