Irish Lamb Stew
A hearty and comforting Irish-inspired lamb stew made with tender chunks of lamb, flavorful vegetables, and a rich broth.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Lamb shouldercut into 1-inch cubes
- ●1 medium Onionchopped
- ●2 medium Carrotspeeled and chopped
- ●2 large Potatoespeeled and chopped
- ●3 cloves Garlicminced
- ●2 tablespoons All-purpose flourfor thickening
- ●2 cups Beef brothhomemade or store-bought
- ●1 cup Red wineoptional
- ●2 sprigs Fresh thymefresh or dried
- ● Salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Season the lamb with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the lamb to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Remove the lamb from the pot and set it aside.
- 5
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add the chopped carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
- 8
Add the beef broth, red wine (if using), and browned lamb back to the pot.
- 9
Stir in the flour to thicken the stew.
- 10
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 11
Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.
- 12
Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh thyme.