Hearty Irish Stew Recipe
Warm up your soul with this classic Irish stew, featuring tender chunks of meat simmered with vibrant vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this comforting dish not only fills your belly but also brings loved ones together. With a rich blend of flavors and aromas, each bite serves as a reminder of home and tradition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lamb or beef chunks (bone-in recommended)
- 4 medium potatoes (Russet), diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the lamb or beef chunks and brown on all sides.
- Once browned, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and sliced carrots, mixing well.
- Pour in the broth and enough water to submerge the ingredients. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Add thyme sprigs and bay leaves; let the stew simmer partially covered for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat is tender.
- Remove herbs before serving hot with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg