Are you ready to transform your dinner into a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of the Middle East? This mouthwatering Instant Pot Lamb Stew is not just a meal—it's an experience that promises tender, succulent lamb infused with rich, aromatic spices, cooked to perfection in just under an hour. Whether you're a busy home cook or a passionate foodie, this recipe will become your new go-to comfort dish that impresses everyone at the table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 pounds lamb, cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the lamb cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, pepper, and ground cumin.
- Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat olive oil until shimmering. Working in batches, brown lamb cubes on all sides to develop a rich, golden crust, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove browned meat and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return browned lamb to the Instant Pot, and pour in beef broth. Scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits for additional flavor.
- Add sliced carrots and cubed potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully do a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid, stir the stew, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Let the stew rest for 5 minutes before serving hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
Tips
- Pat the lamb dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear that locks in incredible flavor.
- Brown the meat in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can prevent proper caramelization.
- Don't skip scraping the browned bits from the pot—these are flavor bombs that enhance the entire stew.
- Use fresh, high-quality beef broth for the most robust taste.
- Let the stew rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to settle and the meat to become even more tender.
- For extra depth, consider adding a splash of red wine during the browning stage or a sprinkle of fresh herbs before serving.
- If you prefer a thicker stew, you can use the Sauté function after cooking to reduce the liquid slightly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 120mg
