Lamb and barley stew recipe

Lamb and Barley Stew recipe

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This Lamb and Barley Stew recipe is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for chilly evenings. Tender chunks of lamb are simmered with barley, vegetables, and aromatic herbs and spices, creating a rich and flavorful stew. The combination of tender meat and chewy barley creates a satisfying texture, while the savory broth infuses every bite with deliciousness. This stew is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome and nourishing meal.

Keywords: lamb, barley, stew, comfort food, hearty.

Lamb and barley stew recipe details

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Ingredients

800 g	lean lamb, cut into 3cm cubes
3 tbsp	flour
3	rashers streaky bacon, chopped
3 tbsp	lard
2	onions, chopped
2	carrots, sliced
100 g	swede, diced
50 g	celeriac, diced
	salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
	white wine vinegar, to taste
50 g	pearl barley
1 bunch(es)	parsley
500 ml	lamb stock or vegetable stock

Instructions

Season the flour with salt and pepper and toss the meat in the flour until well, but thinly coated. In a casserole dish, heat the lard and fry the lamb and the bacon until the meat is golden brown all around. With a slotted spoon, take the lamb and bacon out of the dish. Add the vegetables into the casserole and stir-fry until golden.

Return the meat, add the barley and pour in the stock. Bring to a boil, cover and cook over low heat for approximately 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt, pepper and vinegar.

Stir in the chopped parsley and serve with fresh crusty bread.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 2 hrs 20 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a