A classic, hearty Irish stew made with tender lamb and vegetables that is perfect for a comforting meal.
A classic, hearty Irish stew made with tender lamb and vegetables that is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for browning
- 1 kg lamb shoulder cut into chunks
- 3 large onions sliced
- 5 carrots peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 kg potatoes peeled and quartered
- 4 cups beef or lamb stock
- 2 sprigs thyme fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add lamb shoulder chunks and brown on all sides.
- Once browned, remove lamb from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Return the lamb to the pot and add carrots, potatoes, and stock.
- Add thyme sprigs, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 1200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg
This stew is fantastic! The lamb was super tender and the flavors were perfect! Definitely going to make it again. 🍲
Really? I thought it was kinda bland. Maybe I didn’t cook it long enough? My stew just didn’t have that pop!
I totally agree! This stew is a game changer. The tender lamb really makes it special. I’m thinking of adding some garlic next time!
I only have chicken stock. Can I use that? Or will it ruin everything?
Using chicken stock should be fine! It’ll change the flavor a bit, but still tasty. Just go for it!
I skipped the thyme because I don’t have any and still turned out yummy! Thanks for sharing!
Glad to hear it turned out yummy! Thyme usually adds a nice flavor, but sometimes you gotta work with what you have. 😊
Skipping thyme? I don’t know about that… ain’t the stew supposed to be all flavorful?
Potatoes & lamb? Mmm, what more do ya need? This is a classic for sure!!
My grandma used to make a better version of this. She always said use more carrots. This one was just okay.
I don’t get why everyone loves this. It turned out a bit bland for me. Maybe I’m missing something?
Yummmm! My kids devoured it! So easy to make, and the house smelled amazing!
Too much onion! Next time I’ll half it. But it’s easy and warm, so I’ll give it a 3.
I actually love a lot of onions in my stew! Makes it so flavorful. But I get it if you want to tone it down. 😊
I think the onions are part of the magic! Half sounds too little but hey, it’s your stew.
This stew is delicious! So hearty and filling, perfect for a cold night. Will definitely make again!
I don’t know, sounds a bit too simple. Can a stew really be that good without some spice? Just my opinion though.
I totally agree! This stew is the best, especially when it gets cold outside. I added some turns for a little zing! Yum!
Is it really Irish if there’s no Guinness in it? Just saying! But I guess it still looked nice.