Embrace the essence of Irish cuisine with this heartwarming Irish Lamb Stew, a dish steeped in tradition and bursting with nutrients. Each spoonful offers a rich blend of tender lamb—a fantastic source of high-quality protein and essential vitamins like B12 and iron1—and a robust mix of vegetables, making it a complete meal that’s both satisfying and nourishing.
Perfect for chilly nights, this stew is a culinary hug, combining simplicity with deep, comforting flavors that have been cherished across generations.
A Culinary Journey through History
Irish Lamb Stew is traditionally made with lamb, potatoes, leeks, and carrots. This stew speaks to the simplicity and availability of ingredients used by Irish farmers for centuries. The tender and flavorful lamb simmers slowly with root vegetables, creating a delicious harmony of flavors that is both nourishing and comforting.
This dish is particularly special because it doesn’t require browning the meat; everything is stewed together, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Modern versions might include a slow cooker method, enhancing the convenience without sacrificing the traditional taste.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just making a weeknight meal for the family, Irish Lamb Stew is versatile. It’s also great for meal prep as it can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
Irish Lamb Stew
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless leg of lamb trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 ¾ pounds white potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 large leeks white part only, cleaned and thinly sliced
- 3 large carrots peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 stalks celery thinly sliced
- 1 14- ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- ¼ cup packed fresh parsley leaves chopped
Instructions
- Place the lamb, potatoes, leeks, carrots, celery, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper into a 6-quart slow cooker and mix well.
- Cover and set the cooker on low. Let it cook slowly until the lamb is tender and breaks apart easily, which should take about 8 hours.
- Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving to add a fresh, herby brightness to the stew.
Nutrition
Source:
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/lamb
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