A rich and comforting slow cooker lamb casserole with tender meat, hearty vegetables, and a deeply flavorful sauce. Perfect for cozy meals with minimal effort.
Author:Laura
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:8 hours
Total Time:8 hours 15 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Slow Cooking
Cuisine:European
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
lamb shoulder or stewing lamb
carrots
potatoes
onion
garlic
beef or lamb stock
tomato paste
olive oil
fresh or dried herbs (such as thyme or rosemary)
salt
black pepper
bay leaves
Instructions
Cut lamb into chunks and pat dry.
Heat olive oil in a pan and brown the lamb on all sides.
Transfer lamb to the slow cooker.
In the same pan, sauté onion until soft, then add garlic.
Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly.
Add the mixture to the slow cooker along with chopped carrots and potatoes.
Pour in stock and add herbs, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Serve hot.
Notes
Add mushrooms or peas for extra vegetables.
Include a splash of red wine for deeper flavor.
Thicken with a cornstarch slurry if desired.
Add spices like paprika or cumin for variation.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months and reheat before serving.