Where does Irish Stew come from?

Irish Stew — country of origin: Ireland.

What is Irish Stew made of?

Lamb, potato, onion, carrot, parsley, salt, black pepper.

How do you pronounce Irish Stew?

Irish stew (English, Ireland) is pronounced /ˈaɪrɪʃ ˈstjuː/.

Irish Stew

Pronunciation (IPA) /ˈaɪrɪʃ ˈstjuː/

A traditional Irish one-pot stew of lamb or mutton with potatoes and onions, often including carrots and parsley.

Also known as: Stobhach Gaelach

Allergens & declarations

The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.

This describes the classic recipe, so you know what to ask about. It is not a declaration for any particular kitchen — recipes and suppliers vary, and only the restaurant can tell you what is in the dish it serves.

In detail

What it really is

Irish stew is a slow-simmered one-pot dish traditionally made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and onions. Carrots and parsley are common additions in modern versions, while the balance of meat and vegetables varies by recipe.

The ingredients cook gently until the lamb is tender and the potatoes help thicken the broth. Older and regional versions may be simpler, while contemporary recipes often include carrots.

The classic form is spare: lamb or mutton, potatoes and onions cooked together until the meat is tender and the potatoes help give body to the broth. Carrot and parsley appear in many later or household versions, and this entry includes carrot as a representative addition. The recipe should not be confused with a flour-thickened gravy stew or a dish built around a long list of vegetables. Ingredient proportions and meat cuts vary, and a modern kitchen may use lamb where older accounts specify mutton. Meat and potatoes define the dish, but there is no single canonical recipe. For the menu, identify whether the kitchen uses lamb or mutton and whether carrots are part of its batch; those differences affect both the description and nutrition estimate. Slow cooking softens the meat and lets starch released by the potatoes give the cooking liquid a little body.

How it's served

Serve hot as a complete meal, with the meat and vegetables in their broth.
Parsley or bread may be offered alongside.

Identify whether lamb or mutton is used and list any vegetables in the pot.
State whether broth or other added ingredients change the allergen profile.

Typical ingredients

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Frequently asked questions

What is Irish Stew?: A traditional Irish one-pot stew of lamb or mutton with potatoes and onions, often including carrots and parsley.
Where does Irish Stew come from?: Irish Stew — country of origin: Ireland.
What is Irish Stew made of?: Lamb, potato, onion, carrot, parsley, salt, black pepper.
Which allergens does Irish Stew contain?: The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.
What is Irish Stew also known as?: Stobhach Gaelach.
How do you pronounce Irish Stew?: Irish stew (English, Ireland) is pronounced /ˈaɪrɪʃ ˈstjuː/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.