Icelandic Lamb Stew (Kjötsúpa)

Kjötsúpa is a traditional Icelandic lamb stew that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for warming up on a cold day.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Northern European Icelandic Cuisine Lamb Stew Stew Recipe
Icelandic Lamb Stew (Kjötsúpa)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 parsnips, sliced
  • 1 rutabaga, diced
  • 1 leek, sliced
  • 1 celery stalk, sliced
  • 8 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the lamb chunks over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  3. Add the remaining vegetables, broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
  5. Remove the bay leaves and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups Ladle

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Kjötsúpa with crusty bread or Icelandic rye bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can brown the lamb in batches to develop a rich, caramelized crust before adding the vegetables and broth.

Cost

Medium