Slovakian Spicy Lamb Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew originating from Slovakia, featuring tender lamb and a spicy kick.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound lamb shoulder
- ●1 pound mildly spicy sausage
- ●1 medium onion
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●2 medium carrots
- ●2 large potatoes
- ●2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ●1 cup red wine
- ●2 cups beef broth
- ●1 teaspoon caraway seeds
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb shoulder on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside.
- 2
Add the sliced onion to the pot and cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- 4
Add the sliced carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the browned lamb shoulder back to the pot, along with the mildly spicy sausage, tomato paste, red wine, and beef broth.
- 6
Stir in the caraway seeds and bring the stew to a boil.
- 7
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
- 8
Season the stew with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.