Irish Stew

Ingredients

Method

1. In a large heavy-bottomed frying pan, heat olive oil for frying
2. Once hot, add the diced beef and season with salt, pepper and mixed herbs
3. Cook until well browned
4. Add diced onion and garlic and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring regularly; reduce heat to medium and cook for at least 10 minutes
5. Add enough water to completely cover the meat, bring to the boil and simmer for at least 3 hours
6. After 3 hours, add diced carrot, swede and potato, topping up with water to just cover all ingredients
7. In a separate pan, boil the pearl barley for 30 minutes, then drain
8. Bring the main pan to a boil, add the pearl barley and simmer for 40 minutes, until vegetables are tender but not overcooked
9. Adjust seasoning to taste
10. If required, thicken with gravy granules following the manufacturer’s instructions

Key Points

This recipe benefits from a long cook. Preparing the vegetables the day before can help you start the cooking process earlier

Allergens

Gluten