Irish Stew With Pearl Barley Recipe

Name: Irish Stew With Pearl Barley
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (12-oz., 1 1/4-inch-thick) bone-in lamb leg chops (3 lb. total); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 9 ounces carrots (about 5 small carrots scrubbed and halved at an angle, or 3 large carrots, peeled and cut at an angle into 1 1/2-inch pieces); 9 ounces celery (about 4 stalks), trimmed and cut at an angle into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 3 onions, peeled and each cut into 6 wedges; 8 large cloves of garlic, peeled and left whole; 1/4 cup pearl barley; 2 1/2 cups lamb or chicken stock; 8-12 potatoes; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves

Servings: persons

4 (12-oz., 1 1/4-inch-thick) bone-in lamb leg chops (3 lb. total)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
9 ounces carrots (about 5 small carrots scrubbed and halved at an angle, or 3 large carrots, peeled and cut at an angle into 1 1/2-inch pieces)
9 ounces celery (about 4 stalks), trimmed and cut at an angle into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3 onions, peeled and each cut into 6 wedges
8 large cloves of garlic, peeled and left whole
1/4 cup pearl barley
2 1/2 cups lamb or chicken stock
8-12 potatoes
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 325u00b0F.
2
Place a flameproof casserole (or large saucepan) on a medium-high heat. Trim the excess fat from the chops and place the scraps of fat in the pan so that they can render.
3
Meanwhile, cut the chops in half lengthways so as not to go through the bone. When some fat has melted into the pan, pick out the unmelted/unrendered bits (and eat them or give them to your dogs!), turn the heat up to high and place the chops in the pan. Cook on both sides, seasoning with salt and pepper, until brown, then transfer them to a plate.
4
Add the carrots, celery, onions and garlic to the pan, season with salt and pepper and toss on the heat for a couple of minutes until starting to go slightly golden at the edges. Return the meat (and all the juices) to the pan with the barley and stock and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, cover and cook in the oven for 1 hour.
5
Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and halve if large. Once the hour is up, take the pan out of the oven and place the potatoes on top. Cover and put back in the oven for 35-45 minutes until cooked. Scatter with parsley and serve from the pan.

1063

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (12-oz., 1 1/4-inch-thick) bone-in lamb leg chops (3 lb. total), Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 9 ounces carrots (about 5 small carrots scrubbed and halved at an angle, or 3 large carrots, peeled and cut at an angle into 1 1/2-inch pieces), 9 ounces celery (about 4 stalks), trimmed and cut at an angle into 1 1/2-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Irish Stew With Pearl Barley falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Irish Stew With Pearl Barley

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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