This hearty Irish stew recipe is comfort in a bowl.
Irish Stew Ingredients
These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this Irish stew recipe:
- Oil: Cook the lamb in a tablespoon of olive oil.
- Lamb shoulder: Traditional Irish stew is made with lamb, but you can use boneless beef chuck if you prefer.
- Seasonings: Season the meat with salt and pepper. Fresh rosemary gives the stew flavor, while a fresh parsley garnish adds a pop of color.
- Vegetables: You’ll need an onion, carrots, a parsnip, potatoes, and leeks for this hearty Irish stew.
- Water: The broth starts with four cups of water.
Recipe Tip
If you use a tougher cut of meat, you can leave it to simmer longer before adding the potatoes.
How to Make Irish Stew
You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade Irish stew:
- Cook the lamb pieces until evenly browned, then season with salt and pepper.
- Add the onion, carrots, and parsnips, then stir in the water. Cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer until lamb is tender.
- Stir in the potatoes and simmer, then add the leeks and rosemary.
- Continue to simmer uncovered, until potatoes are tender.
- Serve garnished with parsley.
How to Store Irish Stew
Store the Irish stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.
Can You Freeze Irish Stew?
Yes, you can freeze Irish stew for up to three months. Make sure to leave a bit of space at the top of your freezer-safe container to allow for expansion. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“A new family tradition,” says Kelli Roberts.
“Very, very good,” raves PAULABASKET. “I made it just as the recipe described, except I added two or three tablespoons of flour (in a cup of water) at the end of the cooking time for thickening purposes. Wouldn't change a thing!”
“A nice hearty stew with pure, simple flavors,” according to Diana Moutsopoulos. “The juices are divine and beg to be mopped up with some good crusty bread.”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 ½ inch pieces
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½ teaspoon salt, plus more to to taste
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freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1 large onion, sliced
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2 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
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1 parsnip, peeled and cut into large chunks (Optional)
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4 cups water, or as needed
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3 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary (Optional)
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1 cup coarsely chopped leeks
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
![Ingredients for Irish Stew Recipe including meat and vegetables.]()
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Heat oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add lamb pieces and cook, stirring gently, until evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.
![Browning beef for Irish Stew Recipe in blue casserole pot.]()
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Stir in onion, carrots, and parsnips and cook gently for a few minutes. Stir in water. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer until lamb is tender, about 45 to 1 hour, depending on the cut of meat you used.
![Broth added to meat in pot for Irish Stew Recipe.]()
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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.
![Vegetables and herbs added to broth for Irish Stew Recipe.]()
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Serve piping hot in bowls garnished with fresh parsley.
![Final Irish Stew Recipe in blue pot on wooden board.]()
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Enjoy!
![a close view of a bowl of traditional Rrish stew.]()
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 383 | Calories |
| 10g | Fat |
| 37g | Carbs |
| 35g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 383 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 10g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium 318mg | 14% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 5g | 16% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 35g | 69% |
| Vitamin C 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium 65mg | 5% |
| Iron 5mg | 26% |
| Potassium 1348mg | 29% |
* 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.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
