IRISH STEW RECIPE

It is a typical traditional Irish recipe, which is prepared in Irish homes, to combat the cold in the
winter.

To prepare this dish we will need:

• 900 grams of lamb or beef to stew (choose according to preference)

• 450 grams of chopped onion
• 5 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 900 grams of peeled potatoes
• large peeled carrots
• 375 ml. or 1½ cups of water
• Fresh parsley to garnish
• Oven temperature: 150°C/Gas2

To prepare it we must:

1.Place a layer of onions, previously cut into feathers, on the bottom of a thick-bottomed
saucepan, suitable for placing in the oven. Add oil so that during cooking the ingredients do not
stick to the bottom of the saucepan.
2.Place the meat on top and sprinkle with a good amount of parsley and a smaller amount of
thyme, you can add other spices if you prefer. Then, season the meat with salt and pepper.

3.Cut the potatoes and carrots into not very large pieces and layer them with the rest of the
onions.

4.Spray each layer with salt and pepper and finish with a layer of aromatic herbs.
5.Add half the water and bring it to a boil.

6.Cook over low heat, it is recommended, for 2½ to 3 hours. It can be done in the oven, but
always keeping in mind that a low heat is needed. Add more water during the cooking process if
the stew is becoming too dry.

7.To serve the dish you can accompany it with a piece of soda bread (traditional Irish bread)
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Why is it considered an Irish dish?

Irish stew is considered an Irish dish because it reflects Ireland's peasant roots, where sheep and
potatoes were the main food resources. Irish stew is native to Ireland but appears in cookbooks
throughout Europe, including Escoffier's Culinary Guide.

Because it is a seasonal dish?

Irish stew is a seasonal dish because it is usually consumed in the cold months when its
comforting and abundant flavor is more appreciated. It is a complete and nutritious meal that
provides energy and heat to the body.

Can you identify what it is accompanied with?

In a deep plate, with a large spoon to enjoy the broth and meat. You can sprinkle a little fresh
chopped parsley on top to give it a touch of color and flavor accompanied by soda bread, a
traditional Irish bread made with baking soda. This dense and slightly acidic bread completely
absorbs the flavors of the stew and is perfect for absorbing the broth, with a typical Irish drink,
with a pint of Guinness beer or an Irish whiskey these drinks help to realize the flavor of the stew
and by warming the body .