Peanut Free Maple & Apple Cider Lamb Stew
Warm, deeply savory, and just a little sweet, this lamb stew is the kind of pot you want simmering on the stove all afternoon. Tender chunks of lamb shoulder are seared until deeply browned, then slow-cooked with carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato until everything is meltingly soft and full of flavor. Apple cider vinegar and pure maple syrup create a subtle sweet-tart backbone, while turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, and fresh ginger give the broth a gentle warmth that feels both comforting and a little unexpected. Coconut oil handles the searing, bone broth builds the base, and every single ingredient is straightforward — no sauces or seasonings with hidden additives to second-guess. For anyone navigating nut allergies, stews like this can sometimes feel risky when they rely on store-bought spice blends or pre-made stocks, but this one keeps things clean and transparent from start to finish. The fresh rosemary and thyme steep right into the broth, and a handful of chopped parsley at the end brightens the whole bowl beautifully. It's hearty, nourishing, and the kind of recipe that tastes even better the next day.
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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, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3 cups bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand)
- 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
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 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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