Scottish Broth

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 6

A hearty lamb and barley stew

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

15 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

420

Sugar

Fat

19g

Scottish Broth is a traditional Scottish stew that is both hearty and nutritious. The combination of lamb and barley in a rich broth makes for a satisfying meal that will warm you up on cold days. While it is high in saturated fat and sodium, it is also an excellent source of protein and essential minerals, making it a great choice for athletes and active individuals.

Instructions

1.	Boil the lamb neck in a pot of water for about 30 minutes. Skim off the scum as it rises.
2.	Add the onions, celery, carrot, leek, salt and pearl barley to the pot.
3.	Simmer for 2-2.5 hours until the lamb is tender and the barley is cooked.
4.	Remove the lamb neck from the broth and shred the meat, discarding the bones. Return the meat to the pot and serve hot.

PROS

High in protein and essential minerals like iron and zinc.

CONS

High in saturated fat and sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein and contains essential minerals like iron and zinc. Barley is high in fiber which aids digestion and promotes heart health.

	1/2 kg middle lamb neck
	1 1/2 liters water
	2 large onions , peeled and chopped
	2 small celery ribs , chopped
	1 medium carrot , peeled and diced
	1 small leek , slit , washed and chopped
	2 teaspoons salt
	25 g pearl barley