Uruguayan Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew originating from Uruguay, made with tender lamb and a blend of spices. This stew is perfect for a cold evening.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds lambcut into 1-inch cubes
- β2 tablespoons jazzyoptional
- β1 teaspoon uruguayanground cumin
- β2 cups stewbeef broth
- β1/4 cup moltenmolten lard or oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat the molten lard or oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the lamb cubes and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the lamb from the pot and set it aside.
- 3
Add the jazzy and uruguayan to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 4
Add the stew and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Return the lamb to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and cook, covered, until the lamb is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
- 7
Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs, if desired.