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Irish Lamb Stew
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Irish Lamb Stew

★ 4.8 · Medium

A humble, hearty stew of tender lamb, potatoes, and root vegetables in a savory broth, this traditional Irish dish is simple ingredients turned into something deeply comforting.

20 minPrep Time
120 minCook Time
140 minTotal Time
6 servings (about 3.5 quarts)Yield

Why You'll Love This

  • Traditional, simple Irish comfort food
  • Naturally thickened broth from the potatoes
  • Fork-tender lamb from a proper slow simmer

Ingredients

  • 2.5 poundslamb shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 2 teaspoonssalt, divided
  • 1 teaspoonblack pepper, divided
  • 2 tablespoonsall-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoonsvegetable oil
  • 2 largeyellow onions, sliced
  • 3 clovesgarlic, minced
  • 5 cupsbeef or lamb broth
  • 2bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoondried thyme
  • 2 poundsyellow potatoes, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
  • 3 mediumcarrots, cut into thick chunks
  • 2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley

Nutrition (estimated per serving)

460Calories
32gProtein
22gFat
30gCarbs
4gFiber
700mgSodium

Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.

Method

  1. Pat the lamb cubes dry with paper towels, then season with 1 teaspoon salt and 0.5 teaspoon pepper and toss with the flour to coat lightly.

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