Scottish Lamb and Prune Stew

Name: Scottish Lamb and Prune Stew
Prep time: PT25 minutes
Cook time: PT2 hours 30 minutes
Total time: PT2 hours 55 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Scotland
Ingredients: 1 kg Lamb shoulder (cut into 2-inch chunks); 2 tbsp Olive oil; 2 large Onions (chopped); 3 medium Carrots (peeled and chopped); 1 medium Swede (rutabaga) (peeled and cubed); 4 cloves Garlic (minced); 200 g Dried prunes (pitted); 750 ml Beef or lamb stock; 200 ml Red wine; 3 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs; 1 leaf Bay leaf; to taste undefined Salt; to taste undefined Black pepper (freshly ground); 2 tbsp Flour (for dusting lamb)

A hearty and warming stew featuring tender lamb, sweet prunes, and aromatic root vegetables, slow-cooked to perfection. This dish offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for a chilly evening.

준비 시간25 minutes

조리 시간2 hours 30 minutes

총 시간2 hours 55 minutes

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Preheat oven to 160°C (140°C fan/Gas Mark 3).
2
Dust the lamb chunks with flour, salt, and pepper.
3
Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof casserole dish or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the lamb in batches, then set aside.
4
Add the chopped onions, carrots, and swede to the dish. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
5
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
6
Return the lamb to the dish. Add the prunes, stock, red wine, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
7
Bring the stew to a simmer, then cover with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven.
8
Cook for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the lamb is very tender. Stir occasionally.
9
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf before serving. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a richer flavor, use lamb stock instead of beef stock.
✓If the stew is too thin, you can thicken it by mixing a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little cold water and stirring it into the simmering stew.
✓This stew can be made a day in advance; the flavors will meld beautifully overnight.

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Add a diced apple towards the end of cooking for a touch of sweetness and tartness.
Incorporate a tablespoon of whisky for an extra layer of flavor.
Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.