Delicious Tammy's Irish Stew Recipe

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Delicious Tammy's Irish Stew Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
120 mins
Total Time:
140mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 24, 2023

This delicious recipe for Tammy's Irish Stew will warm your heart and soul. Made with tender lamb, root vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this traditional Irish stew is a comforting and fulfilling dish. Perfect for cold days or any time you crave a hearty meal, this stew is easy to make and will leave you fully satisfied. Grab your cooking pot and get ready to indulge in the flavors of Ireland.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into chunks
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 4 carrots, sliced into rounds
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour and salt. Add the lamb stew meat to the bag and shake until the meat is coated.
  3. Add the coated lamb stew meat to the pot and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add the garlic, onions, carrots, and parsnips. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  5. Return the browned meat to the pot and add the potatoes, beef broth, water, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the flavors have melded together.
  7. Remove the bay leaves from the pot and taste the stew. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Serve the Irish stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
  9. Enjoy the comforting flavors of Tammy's Irish Stew!

Interesting Facts

  • Irish stew is a traditional dish in Irish cuisine, often associated with St. Patrick's Day.
  • Traditionally, Irish stew was made with mutton, but lamb is commonly used today.
  • The stew is known for its simplicity, using basic ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying dish.
  • Irish stew is often enjoyed with a slice of Irish soda bread.