Artificial Flavors Free Garlic-Mushroom Lamb Stew

Total time2 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 40 min

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Artificial Flavors Free Garlic-Mushroom Lamb Stew

Rich, slow-simmered lamb stew is the kind of meal that makes the whole house smell incredible, and this version delivers on every level. Earthy cremini mushrooms, sweet carrots, and tender lamb shoulder come together in a deeply savory broth that feels both rustic and refined. For anyone avoiding synthetic additives, store-bought stews and seasoning packets are often a minefield of hidden flavor enhancers — this recipe sidesteps all of that by building every layer of flavor from real ingredients: fresh garlic, whole herb sprigs, and warming spices like turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon. The bone broth brings natural body and richness to the pot without needing anything artificial to prop it up. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole dish at just the right moment, balancing the deep, meaty notes from the sear. After an hour and a half of low, gentle simmering, the lamb becomes fork-tender and practically melts into the broth. Finish with a handful of fresh parsley and you have a bowl that is as clean and wholesome as it is genuinely satisfying.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the stew

2 lb boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb cremini mushrooms, quartered
3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, sliced ½-inch thick
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ceylon cinnamon
4 cups bone broth, homemade or aip-compliant brand
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 sprigs fresh thyme

For serving

2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the lamb cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp fine sea salt.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the lamb in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side, until deeply browned on at least two sides. Transfer the seared lamb to a plate and set aside.

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