Simmering Irish Stew With Dumplings Recipe

Name: Simmering Irish Stew With Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste; 6 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 small onion, sliced 1/8-inch thick; 3 potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick; 4 tablespoons flour; Butter as needed; 1 1/2 cups flour; 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup parsley; 3/4 cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste
6 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 small onion, sliced 1/8-inch thick
3 potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
4 tablespoons flour
Butter as needed
1 1/2 cups flour
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup parsley
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter

1
Heat oil in a large pot over high heat and brown the meat in two batches.
2
Return meat to the pot and add 12 cups water, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
3
Simmer for 1 hour.
4
Add carrots, turnips and onions and simmer for another hour.
5
Place potatoes in a small pan and ladle enough broth over them to just cover.
6
Simmer potatoes until just tender.
7
Pour stock back into meat, leaving just enough to keep potatoes moist.
8
Season with salt and set aside.
9
When vegetables and meat are very tender, strain the stew.
10
Let the broth set until fat accumulates on top.
11
Skim fat off and measure out 4 tablespoons (if you have less, use some butter).
12
Heat fat in the pot over medium heat.
13
Add flour and stir for 2 minutes.
14
Whisk in the broth.
15
Cook, stirring, until mixture thickens.
16
Add meat and vegetables and reduce heat to a simmer.
17
Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
18
Whisk in parsley.
19
Heat milk and butter until butter melts, stir it into the flour mixture until just combined.
20
Drop rounded spoonfuls onto the simmering stew.
21
Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
22
Serve with reheated potatoes.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste, and more.

Yes, Simmering Irish Stew With Dumplings 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!

Simmering Irish Stew With Dumplings

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Variations & substitutions

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