Irish lamb or beef stew is a classic dish that is both hearty and flavorful. It is a perfect meal for a cold winter night or any time you want to enjoy a delicious and comforting stew. The key to a great Irish lamb or beef stew is to use high-quality ingredients and to let the stew simmer for a long time, allowing the flavors to meld and develop. There are many different variations on Irish lamb or beef stew, but all of them share a few common ingredients, including lamb or beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, and celery. Other common additions to the stew include barley, mushrooms, and peas.
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IRISH BEEF LAMB STEW RECIPE
This stew is nothing fancy, and that's why we love it! It is so easy to make, you can even skip the searing steps and simply combine the ingredients together and throw it in the oven.
Provided by Sandy
Categories Main Course
Time 3h50m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 250°.
- In a large, 8 qt. Dutch oven, heat 4 Tbsp. olive oil, then add lamb and beef meat. Sear, stirring only occasionally, over medium-high heat until almost all of the meat has browned-10-12 minutes.
- When meat has browned, add potatoes, parsley, carrots, onions, garlic cloves, salt, pepper, and 2 1/2 cups water to the pot and bring to a simmer. Taste liquid and adjust seasoning.
- Transfer to oven and bake, covered, until stew meat is just tender, 2-3 hours. Check midway through for seasoning, then return to oven until meat is tender.
- Let the stew sit for 20 minutes or so before serving with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese.
IRISH LAMB STEW
Hearty and traditional Irish lamb stew. It's best to refrigerate the stew overnight, and reheat it the next day for eating. This soup 'ages' well!
Provided by Danny O'Flaugherty
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Irish Stew Recipes
Time 2h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- Put lamb, salt, pepper, and flour in large mixing bowl. Toss to coat meat evenly. Brown meat in frying pan with bacon fat.
- Place meat into stock pot (leave 1/4 cup of fat in frying pan). Add the garlic and yellow onion and saute till onion begins to become golden. Deglaze frying pan with 1/2 cup water and add the garlic-onion mixture to the stock pot with bacon pieces, beef stock, and sugar. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
- Add carrots, onions, potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, and wine to pot. Reduce heat, and simmer covered for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 162.7 mg, Fat 39.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 46.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1189.4 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
IRISH LAMB STEW
Steps:
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 647 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 164 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 58 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 853 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 28 g, ServingSize 12 servings (serves 12), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
FAVORITE IRISH STEW
Lamb is a great source of protein and adds a delicious flavor to this Irish stew. If you can't find it at your grocery store, try using beef stew meat instead. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h5m
Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place 1/3 cup flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add lamb, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat., In a Dutch oven, brown lamb in batches in 2 tablespoons oil. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute onions in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Add broth, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Return lamb to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is tender. , Add potatoes and carrots; cover and cook for 20 minutes. Stir in peas; cook 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. , Add seasonings and Worcestershire sauce. Combine remaining flour with water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
IRISH LAMB STEW
This satisfying Irish Lamb Stew, filled with tender meat and vegetables, is just the thing for a cold winter's night.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Lamb Recipes
Time 2h15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge lamb in flour mixture, shaking off excess. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Working in batches, brown lamb on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate.
- Pour 1/4 cup water into pot, scraping up browned bits from bottom with a wooden spoon. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until water has evaporated and onion is beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Return lamb to pot; stir in thyme, beer, and 1 1/2 cups water. Cover; simmer until lamb is tender, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and 1/2 cup water. Cook, covered, until vegetables are tender and stew has thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool completely before storing. Stir in parsley just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37 g
IRISH-STYLE LAMB STEW
Authentic Irish-style stew made with lamb, potatoes and carrots.
Provided by MICHELLE0011
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Irish Stew Recipes
Time 2h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Layer the lamb meat, onion, potatoes, carrot and celery in an oven proof pot or casserole dish. Season each layer with parsley, salt and pepper as you go. Pour in the beef stock and cover tightly.
- Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours in the preheated oven, until vegetables and meat are very tender. Divide into bowls and garnish with additional parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 115.6 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
IRISH LAMB OR BEEF STEW
This is comfort food. Serve with Irish soda bread and a mix of carrots and peas. This stew can also be cooked in a crockpot, layer the same and cook on low for 8 hours.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Stew
Time 2h55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Trim the meat, leaving a little of the fat and slice.
- Season the meat and veggies with salt, pepper, 2 teaspoons of parsley and the thyme.
- Layer the potatoes, meat and onions in a large casserole, starting and finishing with a layer of potatoes.
- Add the water and cover tightly.
- Cook in a preheated oven at 275 degrees for 2 1/2 hours, shake occasionally to prevent sticking, and check liquid now and then.
- Do not add unless absolutly necessary.
- The potatoes will thicken the finished stew so it should not be too runny.
- Just before serving, remove lid and brown the top under a hot broiler and sprinkle with remaining parsley.
- The potatoes on top should be nice and brown and crisp.
IRISH LAMB OR BEEF STEW
Although I usually reserve making this in the winter months, we love this anytime. Easy and a good comfort food.
Provided by susan
Categories Stew
Time 2h30m
Yield 2 1/2 Quarts
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine first 6 ingredients.
- Pour over meat in a shallow dish.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours.
- Drain meat, reserving marinade.
- Discard bay leaves.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat; brown meat in oil.
- Add consomme and reserved marinade; bring to a boil.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 1/2 hours.
- Add carrots, onions, and potatoes; cover and cook another 30 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of meat: Lamb shoulder or beef chuck are great options for stew, as they have a lot of flavor and connective tissue that breaks down during cooking, resulting in a tender and flavorful stew.
- Brown the meat before stewing: Browning the meat in a hot pan before adding it to the stew pot creates a delicious caramelized crust that adds flavor and color to the stew.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables in your stew. Some popular choices include carrots, potatoes, celery, onions, and parsnips.
- Add some herbs and spices: Herbs and spices can really elevate the flavor of your stew. Some classic options include thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, garlic, and black pepper.
- Simmer for at least an hour: Stews need time to develop their flavor, so simmer them for at least an hour, or even longer if you have time. The longer you simmer the stew, the more tender the meat will become.
- Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes: A hearty stew is the perfect meal to serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes. This will help to soak up all of the delicious juices.
Conclusion:
Irish lamb or beef stew is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its tender meat, flavorful vegetables, and rich gravy, Irish stew is a meal that is sure to warm your soul. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give Irish stew a try.
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