Glazed Arrowroot Lamb Stew with Dusting of Spiced Flour

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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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 110 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb lamb shoulder cubes and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes; transfer lamb to a plate.
  3. Step 3: In the same pot, add 1 diced large onion and 2 diced medium carrots; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp ground coriander; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. 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.
  6. Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp all-purpose flour with 2 tbsp arrowroot powder and 1 tbsp cold water until smooth.
  7. Step 7: Stir the flour mixture into the stew, cooking uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
  8. 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.

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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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