Glazed Arrowroot Lamb Stew with Dusting of Spiced Flour
Rich lamb stew thickened with arrowroot and finished with a dusting of spiced flour for a fragrant, velvety sauce that complements tender meat. This mediterranean-inspired lamb ready in about 130 minutes pairs cut into 1.5-inch cubes lamb shoulder, large, diced onion, medium, diced carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, cut into 1.5-inch cubes lamb shoulder
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2 medium, diced carrot
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb lamb shoulder cubes and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes; transfer lamb to a plate.
- Step 3: In the same pot, add 1 diced large onion and 2 diced medium carrots; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 4: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp ground coriander; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Return lamb to the pot and pour in 3 cups beef broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours until lamb is tender.
- Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp all-purpose flour with 2 tbsp arrowroot powder and 1 tbsp cold water until smooth.
- Step 7: Stir the flour mixture into the stew, cooking uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
- Step 8: Season with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper; remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Glazed Arrowroot Lamb Stew with Dusting of Spiced Flour take to make?
Total time is about 130 minutes (20 min prep + 110 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Glazed Arrowroot Lamb Stew with Dusting of Spiced Flour?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large, diced onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Glazed Arrowroot Lamb Stew with Dusting of Spiced Flour?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Glazed Arrowroot Lamb Stew with Dusting of Spiced Flour for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Glazed Arrowroot Lamb Stew with Dusting of Spiced Flour?
Mediterranean lamb like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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