Finnish Lamb and Barley Stew with Root Vegetables

Name: Finnish Lamb and Barley Stew with Root Vegetables
Prep time: PT25 minutes
Cook time: PT2 hours
Total time: PT2 hours 25 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Finland
Ingredients: 1 kg Lamb shoulder (cut into 2.5 cm cubes); 150 g Pearl barley; 3 medium Carrots (peeled and diced); 2 medium Parsnips (peeled and diced); 1 small Celery root (celeriac) (peeled and diced); 1 large Onion (chopped); 3 cloves Garlic (minced); 1.5 L Beef or lamb broth; 2 Bay leaves; 3 sprigs Fresh thyme; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; 2 tbsp Vegetable oil or butter; for garnish Fresh parsley (chopped)

A hearty and comforting stew featuring tender lamb, chewy barley, and a medley of root vegetables, simmered in a savory broth. This dish is a staple in Finnish homes, especially during colder months, offering warmth and sustenance.

준비 시간25 minutes

조리 시간2 hours

총 시간2 hours 25 minutes

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Rinse the pearl barley under cold water.
2
Heat oil or butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb cubes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove lamb and set aside.
3
Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4
Return the lamb to the pot. Add the diced carrots, parsnips, and celery root. Stir well.
5
Pour in the broth, ensuring the lamb and vegetables are mostly submerged. Add the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Bring to a simmer.
6
Once simmering, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook for 1.5 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
7
Stir in the rinsed pearl barley. Continue to simmer, covered, for another 30-45 minutes, or until the barley is cooked through and tender, and the stew has thickened.
8
Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
9
Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a richer flavor, you can brown the lamb bones before adding them to the stew for extra depth.
✓If the stew becomes too thick, add a little more broth or water.
✓Barley can absorb a lot of liquid, so adjust the broth quantity as needed.
✓This stew tastes even better the next day, allowing the flavors to meld.

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Add other root vegetables like potatoes or rutabaga.
For a vegetarian version, omit the lamb and use vegetable broth, adding more hearty vegetables like mushrooms and lentils.
A splash of red wine added with the broth can enhance the flavor.