Description
One-Pot Irish Lamb Stew is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender lamb, vibrant vegetables, and hearty pearl barley in a savory broth. This easy-to-make stew simmers to perfection, creating a dish that warms both your heart and home. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless leg of lamb, cut into bite-size pieces
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 2 medium sweet onions, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear lamb pieces until browned on all sides.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; stir until fragrant and onions are translucent.
- Incorporate chopped carrots and potatoes; cook for about two minutes.
- Pour in beef broth, add bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Stir in rinsed pearl barley and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg