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Traditional Irish Stew (Lamb Stew)
This traditional Irish Stew is made with simple ingredients but the end result is an incredibly flavorful and robust stew that will nourish both body and soul.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 546 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Irish
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless lamb (from shoulder or neck) or mutton (e.g., shoulder or neck), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon oil or lard for frying
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 large carrots , peeled and cut into 1/2 inch chunks
- 2 ribs celery , sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion , chopped
- 1 parsnip (or turnip or rutabaga), diced
- 2 pounds starchy potatoes (e.g. Russets) , peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 3 cups quality beef broth
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley plus extra for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.Heat some oil in a large pan and generously brown the lamb on all sides. Be careful not to over-crowd the pan and work in batches as needed. Transfer the lamb to a plate.In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the flour. Whisk together to combine and continue whisking for a few minutes or until the mixture turns a rich brown color. Add the broth, whisking continually. Simmer until slightly thickened. Set aside.
- In a heavy stock pot or Dutch oven melt another tablespoon or two of butter over medium-high heat and add the vegetables except for the potatoes. Cook until starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the browned lamb, potatoes, parsley, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Pour in the beef broth and stir to combine.Place the pot on the middle rack of the oven and cook, covered, for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until the meat is very tender. Add more salt and pepper to taste.Serve garnished with some chopped parsley. Some crusty bread and/or a leafy green salad make the perfect accompaniment. This stew is great for leftovers.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
546kcal
(27%)
Carbohydrates
38g
(13%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
33g
(51%)
Saturated Fat
14g
(70%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Cholesterol
93mg
(31%)
Sodium
896mg
(37%)
Potassium
1332mg
(38%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
3692IU
(74%)
Vitamin C
18mg
(20%)
Calcium
64mg
(6%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 546
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 546kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 896mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 1332mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 3692IU | 74% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.