Traditional Irish Stew

Warm and hearty, this Traditional Irish Stew is a celebration of comfort food that pays homage to Ireland's rich culinary heritage. Featuring tender chunks of lamb shoulder, earthy root vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and onions, and a fragrant broth infused with fresh thyme and bay leaves, this dish is a true classic. Perfectly slow-simmered to allow the flavors to meld, it delivers a rich, satisfying taste in every spoonful. Ideal for cozy family dinners or festive St. Patrick's Day gatherings, this one-pot wonder is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a rustic meal that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Keywords: traditional Irish stew, lamb stew, comfort food, hearty stew recipe, Irish recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:130 mins

Total Time:150 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lamb shoulder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 large onions
• 3 large carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 garlic cloves
• 4 large potatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons parsley leaves

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the lamb shoulder and cut it into 1.5-inch cubes. Season the meat with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb cubes in batches and brown them on all sides. Remove the browned lamb from the pot and set it aside.

Step 3

Chop the onions, carrots, and celery into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the onions and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.

Step 5

Add the carrots and celery to the pot and cook for another 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Peel and cube the potatoes into 1-inch pieces and add them to the pot.

Step 7

Return the browned lamb to the pot. Pour in the beef broth, adjusting the amount if needed to ensure all ingredients are covered.

Step 8

Add the bay leaves and thyme sprigs to the pot. Stir everything gently to combine.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 10

Cook the stew on low heat for about 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.

Step 11

Remove and discard the bay leaves and thyme sprigs.

Step 12

Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 13

Garnish the stew with freshly chopped parsley leaves before serving. Enjoy it piping hot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3741.8 grams (3741.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4121

Total Fat 223.50g	287%
Saturated Fat 90.80g	454%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 907mg	302%
Sodium 7045mg	306%
Total Carbohydrate 298.80g	109%
Dietary Fiber 46.40g	166%
Total Sugars 36.00g
Protein 238.90g	478%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 611mg	47%
Iron 32mg	176%
Potassium 10982mg	234%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 28.7%