IRISH STEW WITH PEARL BARLEY

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This garlicky riff on Ireland's national dish comes from famed Irish chef and cookbook author Rachel Allen.

Provided by Rachel Allen

Categories     HarperCollins     Lamb     Stew     Dinner     Winter     St. Patrick's Day     Potato     Barley     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Sanskaar Dahal
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This stew is a bit too thick for my taste. I would add more liquid next time.


Mubarak Miya
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Jennifer Moore
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.


modelet dieudonne
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I followed the recipe exactly and my stew turned out great! The beef was tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Chidera Emeto
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This stew is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Rama Rabee
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This stew is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover beef.


Eric Garrett
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I made this stew for my family and they loved it! The flavors are so rich and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.


Halil Tasli
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Stacey Buchan
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Just tried this recipe and it was amazing! The beef was so tender and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Shyam Ram
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This Irish stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. The pearl barley adds a nice texture and nutty flavor to the stew. I will definitely be making thi