Dalmatian Lamb Stew
Jagneći Brodet
A hearty and flavorful lamb stew from the Dalmatian region, featuring tender lamb simmered with vegetables in a rich tomato and white wine broth. This dish is a comforting taste of the Adriatic coast.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1.2 kg Boneless lamb shoulder or leg(cut into large chunks)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 large Onions(thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 large Red bell pepper(seeded and cut into strips)
- 1 large Green bell pepper(seeded and cut into strips)
- 4 medium Potatoes(peeled and cut into 1-2 cm cubes)
- 400 g Plum tomatoes(chopped)
- 250 ml Dry white wine
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Thyme(dried)
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)
- 3 cups Water
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the lamb chunks to the pot and brown them on all sides. This may need to be done in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
- 4
Stir in the paprika and dried thyme, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
Pour in the dry white wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the alcohol has mostly evaporated.
- 6
Add the chopped tomatoes, cubed potatoes, and water. Season with salt and pepper. Stir everything to combine.
- 7
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and the potatoes are cooked through. Stir occasionally.
- 8
If the sauce is too thin, you can remove the lid for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to allow it to reduce slightly. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 9
Serve hot, ideally with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can marinate the lamb in the spices and a little olive oil for a few hours before cooking.
- ✓If you don't have white wine, you can substitute with more water or a light vegetable broth.
- ✓Ensure the pot is covered tightly to allow the stew to steam and tenderize properly.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other vegetables like carrots or celery along with the onions.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh parsley.