Lancashire hotpot, a traditional British dish, is a hearty and flavorful stew that originated in the county of Lancashire in North West England. This classic dish is made with tender lamb or mutton, succulent beef, and a variety of vegetables, all slow-cooked in a rich, savory gravy. The vegetables typically used in Lancashire hotpot include potatoes, onions, carrots, and leeks, which add a medley of textures and flavors to the stew. Topped with a golden, crispy layer of puff pastry or mashed potatoes, Lancashire hotpot is a true comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter's day. This article provides two delightful recipes for Lancashire hotpot: a classic version and a vegetarian alternative. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect hotpot every time.
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LANCASHIRE HOT POT
Very simple lamb and potato casserole made with layers of sliced potatoes, browned onion and leg of lamb, fresh thyme, stock and seasoning.
Provided by HEATHER.WRAY
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English
Time 2h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute onion until soft and deep golden in color. Remove from skillet and set aside. Add lamb to skillet and fry (in batches if necessary) until rich chestnut brown in color, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain fat and reserve.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Spread 1/2 of the potatoes in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place browned lamb and onions on top, then sprinkle with thyme and season to taste. Cover with remaining potatoes, season to taste and dot with butter. Pour stock over all.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Note: If casserole is drying out while cooking, add more stock as needed. If casserole is browning too quickly, cover with aluminum foil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 57.8 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 302.2 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
LANCASHIRE HOT POT
A rather exotic version of the English dish
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Heat 2 tablespoons clarified butter in large overproof pan. Pat meat dry and add a little at a time to brown.
- In a separate pan, heat remaining clarified butter. Add onions and lightly brown. Add 2 tablespoons fresh butter, then stir in flour. Cook until lightly browned.
- Add onions to meat and combine well. Add beef stock and stir until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Add Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and bay leaves. Spoon off 1/2 cup of the gravy and reserve. Lay kidney slices on top, followed by mushrooms, then oysters. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with overlapping potato slices. Season again and add back 1/2 cup reserved gravy. Roast in oven for 1 hour, uncovered.
- Remove stew from oven and turn up to broil. Broil hot pot for 2 1/2 minutes to brown. Garnish with parsley.
LAMB CHOP LANCASHIRE HOT POT
This is the traditional Hot Pot recipe from the north of England and is best enjoyed on cold evenings when we want something to warm us up. On first glance it may look bland but trust me, its a comforting satisfying dish, simplicity is its charm. Do not be tempted to add anything to it whatsoever, not even a bay leaf! With the exception of perhaps chopped oysters, a traditional ingredient which is generally no longer used, this dish needs nothing more than the ingredients stated. The mushrooms and kidneys are optional as they're not to everyone's taste and regional variations of the recipe allow for this but I would recommend using 1 or the other, you could use 2 lamb chops chopped up in place of the kidneys if you wish. Do not forget to season between layers!
Provided by robd16
Categories Stew
Time 2h45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 160°C.
- Peel the potatoes and cut into medium/thin discs.
- Chop the onions any way you like.
- In a large ovenproof casserole dish, layer half the potatoes on the bottom, season with salt and plenty of pepper.
- Now layer half the onions and all of the mushrooms and season again.
- In a frying pan melt the butter over a high heat and once sizzling add the lamb chops to quickly brown on both sides then add them to the casserole.
- Season again with the salt and plenty of pepper and put the chopped kidney's if using along with the rest of the onions over the chops, season, and finally a last thick layer with the rest of the potatoes. Season again.
- Pour over the stock, you only want enough to come just below the last layer of potatoes.
- Cover with a lid or use foil and bake for around 2 hours.
- Remove the lid and return to the oven until the top is browned, around another half hour making sure there is just enough liquid so that the Hot pot does not completely dry out but being careful not to water log.
- MMMMM! Meltingly tender!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.2, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 71.7, Carbohydrate 54.9, Fiber 7, Sugar 5.6, Protein 21.6
KIDNEY-LESS LANCASHIRE HOT POT
This has to be one of the best comfort foods around, a must for a cold winters night. This is a slightly altered version originally from Lancashire chef Nigel Haworth.
Provided by Sarah
Categories Stew
Time 3h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Season the lamb with 1 tsp of the salt and black pepper. Place in zip lock/plastic bag add flour and shake to coat.
- Place lamb in the base of an oven proof casserole dish.
- Melt 15g of butter, add onions with 1 tsp salt, sweat (do not brown) i.e cook on moderate heat, covered.
- Spread onions on top of lamb in casserole dish.
- Melt the remaining butter, season with salt and pepper and toss sliced potatoes to coat.
- Place potato slices evenly on the top of the onions.
- Carefully pour over chicken stock.
- Cover and cook in pre-heated oven for 30 minutes at 200c.
- Turn heat down to 150c and cook for 2 hours.
- Remove cover, and return heat to 200c, and cook for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
TRUE LANCASHIRE HOT POT
Warm and comforting dish my mum brought from England. Great for those lamb or roast beef leftovers (best with lamb though). Use leftover gravy, or buy prepared gravy at the store.
Provided by AMANDA FAIR
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English
Time 2h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Place potatoes in a saucepan with one inch of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook until tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Drain, and set aside to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cover the bottom of a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with 1/2 cup of gravy. Layer half of the meat over the gravy, then sprinkle half of the crumbled bacon. Arrange 1/2 of the sliced onion over the meat, and then half of the potatoes. Repeat layers, and pour remaining gravy over the top.
- Bake, covered, for one hour in the preheated oven. Remove lid, and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until potatoes are browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 97.9 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 658.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
LANCASHIRE HOT POT
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F 2. Heat the olive oil in a pan and fry the lamb pieces and kidneys for 1-2 minutes on both sides, or until golden-brown all over. Remove from the pan and set aside. 3. In the same pan, cook the onions and salt for 2-3 minutes, or until the onions have softened. Stir in the flour until the onions are well coated with the flour. 4. Add the stock to the pan along with the thyme, bay leaves and Worcestershire sauce. Stir and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until thickened slightly. 5. Butter a lidded flame-proof casserole dish and place a layer of potatoes (about a third) over the bottom of the dish and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Spoon in half of the browned lamb and lambs' kidneys, then lay over half of the black pudding slices and pour over half of the thickened stock mixture. Repeat the layering process until all of the potatoes, lamb pieces and kidneys, black pudding and stock have been used, finishing with a layer of potatoes on top. Dot the potatoes with the butter, then cover with a lid. 6. Place the casserole into the oven to cook for 20 minutes, then remove the lid and cook for a further 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden-brown on top. 7. To serve, spoon into serving bowls.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Look for high-quality cuts of meat, fresh vegetables, and herbs.
- Brown the meat and vegetables before adding them to the pot: This step adds depth of flavor and helps to prevent the meat from becoming dry.
- Use a flavorful stock: The stock you use will contribute a lot of flavor to the hotpot, so choose one that you like. Beef stock, chicken stock, or vegetable stock are all good options.
- Add plenty of herbs and spices: Herbs and spices add a lot of flavor to hotpot, so don't be afraid to use a variety of them. Some good options include thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, garlic, and pepper.
- Let the hotpot simmer for at least 1 hour: This will allow the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender.
- Serve the hotpot with a variety of sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and bread are all good options.
Conclusion:
Lancashire hotpot is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking by adding different ingredients or adjusting the seasonings. Whether you are a Lancashire native or just looking for a new comfort food, this recipe is sure to please.
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