Nan Nans Irish Stew

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Nan Nans Irish Stew: A Hearty Meal to Warm Your Soul

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

360

Sugar

Fat

22g

Originating from Ireland, this hearty stew has become a favorite all over the world. Made with lamb, potatoes, carrots, onions, and celery, this one-pot dish is bursting with flavor and perfect for a cozy night in. Traditionally made over an open fire, the modern method of preparing this dish involves slow cooking in an oven. With a cooking time of 2 hours, this is a great dish to make on a lazy weekend day when you have time to let it cook. Packed with hearty ingredients and warming spices, Nan Nans Irish Stew is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 160°C.
2.	Cut the lamb into bite-sized chunks and brown in a hot pan with a little olive oil. Remove the lamb from the pan.
3.	Cut the vegetables into large chunks and fry them briefly in the same pan.
4.	Add the mixed herbs and Oxo, then put the lamb back in the pan.
5.	Add enough hot water to cover everything.
6.	At last throw in the potatoes.
7.	Cover with a tight-fitting lid and braise in the oven for 2 hours.
8.	Serve hot, sprinkled with fresh parsley on top.

PROS

Packed with hearty vegetables and tender lamb, this stew is a filling one-pot meal that is perfect for cold evenings.
The slow cooking method makes the lamb incredibly tender and produces a flavorful broth that is perfect for dipping crusty bread into.

Using basic ingredients that you’re likely to already have in your kitchen, this stew is both affordable and easy to make.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the lamb, but can be made healthier by using leaner meat and reducing the amount of potatoes used.

Due to the lengthy cooking time, this stew may not be a great option for those who are short on time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this stew is not the healthiest meal option, it does have some nutritional benefits. The lamb provides high-quality protein, iron, and other vitamins and minerals. The vegetables used in this recipe provide an abundance of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.

	1 kg lamb steaks or 1 kg stewing lamb
	2 onions
	3 sticks celery
	3 carrots
	3 medium potatoes
	salt and pepper
	1 instant Oxo
	1/2 teaspoon mixed herbs