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Irish Stew With Mashed Potatoes

Hearty Irish Stew With Mashed Potatoes for Comfort Lovers

A comforting dish of Irish stew with mashed potatoes, featuring tender lamb and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Lamb Shoulder Can substitute with beef
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil works
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 medium Onion Use yellow or sweet onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 3 medium Carrots Can substitute with parsnips
  • 4 medium Potatoes Yukon Gold recommended
  • 4 cups Beef or Lamb Broth Low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Guinness Stout Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Dried or fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Dried or fresh
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Potatoes for Mashing Yukon Gold or Russet
  • 1 cup Milk Adjust for consistency
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season lamb shoulder with salt and pepper. Brown in vegetable oil over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
  2. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in the same pot until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine browned lamb with carrots, potatoes, broth, and optional Guinness. Mix in tomato paste, thyme, parsley, and bay leaves.
  4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until lamb is fork-tender.
  5. Peel and chop potatoes for mashing. Boil until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  6. Mash the drained potatoes with milk and butter until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove bay leaves from the stew, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve the stew in bowls.
  8. Serve hot with creamy mashed potatoes on the side or on top of the stew.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This recipe can be adapted to be gluten-free by skipping the Guinness. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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