Irish Stew

St. Patrick's Day - Holidays and Events

Every Irish household has their own version of this famous dish-so here's mine. I like to add chunky pieces of parsnip for a little sweetness, and fresh rosemary gives it a distinct flavour and aroma. If you use a tougher cut of meat, you can leave it to simmer longer before adding the potatoes. Fantastic on a cold, blustery day-served with a pint of the black stuff, of course!

Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 1hr45 mins

Total: 2hrs

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Irish Stew

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder

cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces

½ teaspoon salt

freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 large onion

sliced

2 carrots

peeled and cut into large chunks

1 parsnip

peeled and cut into large chunks

4 cups water

or as needed

3 large potatoes

peeled and quartered

1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

1 cup coarsely chopped leeks

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Irish Eggs

Holidays and Events

Directions

Step 1

Heat oil over medium heat in a large stockpot or Dutch oven. Add lamb pieces and cook stirring gently until evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Add the onion carrots and parsnips and cook gently alongside the meat for a few minutes. Stir in the water. Cover and bring to a boil before turning the heat down to low. Simmer for 1 hour or longer depending on the cut of meat you used and if it is tender yet.

Step 3

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. Serve piping hot in bowls garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutritional Information

Irish Stew

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 608.5

% Daily Value *

Protein: 29.8g 60%

Carbohydrates: 43.4g 14%

Dietary Fiber: 6.7g 27%

Sugars: 5.3g

Fat: 35.1g 54%

Saturated Fat: 14.4g 72%

Cholesterol: 108.9mg 36%

Vitamin A Iu: 4322.3IU 86%

Niacin Equivalents: 17mg 131%

Vitamin B6: 0.9mg 54%

Vitamin C: 46.3mg 77%

Folate: 94mcg 24%

Calcium: 84.5mg 9%

Iron: 4.4mg 24%

Magnesium: 93mg 33%

Potassium: 1361.1mg 38%

Sodium: 325.2mg 13%

Thiamin: 0.4mg 39%

Calories From Fat: 315.7

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.