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Irish Lamb Stew served and ready to eat

Irish Lamb Stew

Tender lamb slow-cooked with potatoes, carrots and barley in a rich broth — pure Irish comfort food.

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20 minPrep
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2 hrCook
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5Serves
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Ingredients

  • 800g lamb shoulder, cubed
  • 3 onions, sliced
  • 4 carrots, chunked
  • 5 potatoes, chunked
  • 100g pearl barley
  • 1.5 litres stock
  • 3 sprigs thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper
  • Parsley

Instructions

  1. Brown the lamb in a heavy pot.
  2. Add the onions and cook 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the stock, add the barley, thyme and bay; simmer 1 hour.
  4. Add the carrots and potatoes; cook another 45 minutes until everything is tender.
  5. Season generously and finish with parsley.
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Tara’s tips

  • Barley adds wonderful body — don't skip it.
  • Cook low and slow for the most tender meat.

Serving suggestions

  • Serve with crusty bread.

Storage & reheating

Keeps 4 days; better the next day.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

Frequently asked questions

Slow cooker?

Yes — 8 hours on low.

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