Instant Pot Irish Stew





*INGREDIENTS


°1 tsp olive oil

°450 g (1 lb) diced lamb

°2 large garlic cloves, coarsely chopped

°1 large onion, diced

°1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

°½ bottle of Guinness (250ml)

°1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chop

°1 medium carrot, slice

°2 celery ribs, diced

°450 g (1 lb) potatoes, peeled and cubed

°400 ml (2 cups) lamb broth

°2 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 6 tsp hot water

°Salt & pepper to taste

°Fresh parsley, to garnish, optional


*INSTRUCTIONS


1.Set the Instant Pot to "Sauté" and heat the olive oil for 30 seconds. Add the diced lamb and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.

2. Stirring in garlic and continue to cook for minute until fragrant.

3.Add onion and cook 1-2 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and Guinness and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with your spoon. Continue to cook for minute, then turn off "Sauté" function.

4.Stir in the fresh thyme, carrot, celery, potatoes and broth. Set Instant Pot to "High Pressure" for 10 mn.

5.While time is up, perform quick release. Removing lid after the pin drops and stir in cornstarch mixture. If the stew is too thin, set the Instant Pot to "Sauté" again and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened to your liking.

6. Season to taste and serve with soda bread or your favorite hearty bread, garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.


ENJOY !!