Lamb Stew is a deliciously cozy recipe with tender chunks of lamb, potatoes, and carrots in a rich Guinness infused beef broth. We love serving this homemade lamb stew recipe alongside some crusty soda bread for dunking in the rich gravy.
Lamb Stew (Irish Stew)
If you like a good traditional Beef Stew Recipe, you’ll love this flavorful lamb stew just as much! A combination of carrots, potatoes, onions, (which really can be made with any variety of meat) is simmered in a beefy Guinness broth. My good friends Lew & Val helped me perfect this recipe and if anyone knows good Irish food, they sure do! The Irish are famous for their rustic, crowd-pleasing cooking and they know how to keep it simple!
What kind of lamb for stew?
This Irish Lamb Stew is prepared with lamb shoulder, which is the most tender part of the lamb with a delicate flavor that is accented by a sprig of thyme! You can also use boneless leg of lamb or any well marbled cuts of lamb. All you need is a heavy stockpot, fresh lamb shoulder pieces, and a small selection of root vegetables & herbs.
Other Ingredients in Lamb Stew
VEGETABLES We keep it simple with carrots, onions, and potatoes. You can use russets or use whole baby potatoes which don’t need peeling. Add in your favorite root veggies like parsnips to stretch the soup even further. BROTH Beef broth (or beef stock) is the base of this soup and it adds a great rich flavor to the gravy-like broth. Guinness is added for richness and lots of flavor. If you don’t have Guinness, you can substitute another type of beer or skip the beer and just use additional beef broth. A few bay leaves, some fresh thyme, and fresh parsley add extra flavor. VARIATIONS Stew is a great place for additions and variations. Try any of the following:
A few minced garlic cloves. 15 oz canned petite diced tomatoes or a tablespoon or two of tomato paste. Turnips, parsnips or other root vegetables are great in lamb stew. Once cooked, stir in 2/3 cup thawed frozen green peas (they do not need to be simmered, just stir them in at the end).
How To Make Lamb Stew?
Be certain to scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the pan after browning the lamb/onions.
Other Cooking Methods
Lamb Stew can also be baked in the oven at 325°F once the liquid has been added. To cook in an instant pot, follow the method we use for our Instant Pot Beef Stew.
To Cook in a Crock Pot
What To Serve with Lamb Stew
A hearty and heartwarming meal on its own, lamb stew needs little, if anything, alongside it. Lamb Stew is often served over Mashed Potatoes. If you’d like, season this stew with a pinch of curry powder to add a little bit of warmth. A hearty loaf of Irish Soda Bread or a crisp, cold serving of sauerkraut or even homemade pickles are a great flavor component to this thick, hearty stew. Serve it with a pint (or two) of a sharp Guinness Beer for a bit o’ the Irish luck when they come to the table!
Irish Stew, or Guinness Stew, is an annual staple during the month of March, especially on St. Patrick’s Day, when the Irish eyes are smiling, and everyone is ready for a hearty meal! However, this dish is so delicious, you’ll want to make it year-round!
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