Cubed lamb meat is simmered away in a rich broth that has been fortified with Guinness beer along with carrots, onions, potatoes and mushrooms until cooked to perfection. A great Irish stew to serve for Saint Patrick's day or any day you are craving a rich hot stew for dinner!
In a large skillet or dutch oven heat the vegetable oil on medium high heat till hot.
¼ Cup Vegetable Oil
Meanwhile place the flour, salt & pepper in a shallow dish such as a pie plate and dredge lamb meat lightly in flour mixture.
½ Cup All-Purpose Flour, 2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt, ¼ Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper, 2 Pounds Lean Lamb Meat
Brown the floured cubes of lamb in the hot oil till nice and brown.
Add browned lamb, water, Guinness, bay leaves, thyme, pearl onions, sliced carrots, potatoes and mushrooms to a 6 quart or larger slow cooker.
1 Cup Water, 1 Cup Guinness Beer, 2 Whole Bay Leaves, 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme, 2 Medium Carrots, 16 Ounces Whole Pearl Onions, 1 Cup Sliced Mushrooms, 4 Medium Potatoes