Irish stew features lamb as its main ingredient. Each Irish household boasts its unique recipe for this renowned dish. Personally, I prefer incorporating hearty parsnip chunks to introduce a subtle sweetness, along with fresh rosemary for a distinctive flavor and aroma. It's absolutely delightful on St. Patrick's Day, especially when paired with a pint of stout, the quintessential choice!
Irish Stew Ingredients
These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this Irish stew recipe:
- Oil: Cook the lamb in a tablespoon of olive oil.
- Lamb shoulder: Traditional Irish stew is made with lamb, but you can use boneless beef chuck if you prefer.
- Seasonings: Season the meat with salt and pepper. Fresh rosemary gives the stew flavor, while a fresh parsley garnish adds a pop of color.
- Vegetables: You’ll need an onion, carrots, a parsnip, potatoes, and leeks for this hearty Irish stew.
- Water: The broth starts with four cups of water.
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Heat oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add lamb pieces and cook, stirring gently, until evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in onion, carrots, and parsnips and cook gently for a few minutes. Stir in water. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer until lamb is tender, about 45 to 1 hour, depending on the cut of meat you used.
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Stir in potatoes, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, before adding leeks and rosemary. Continue to simmer uncovered, until potatoes are tender but still whole.
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Serve piping hot in bowls garnished with fresh parsley.
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Enjoy!