Nordic Lamb Stew with Root Vegetables
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Cuisine: Other
Categories: Comfort Food & Stew
This Nordic Lamb Stew with Root Vegetables is a comforting and flavorful dish inspired by Viking cuisine. The tender lamb combined with hearty root vegetables and aromatic herbs creates a delicious and satisfying stew perfect for chilly evenings.

Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs lamb stew meat, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add lamb stew meat and brown on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add carrots, parsnips, and potatoes, cook for 5 minutes.
- Return the lamb to the pot, pour in beef broth and red wine.
- Add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
- Enjoy your hearty Viking-inspired lamb stew!