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Main course · Scandinavian

Fårikål (Norwegian Lamb and Cabbage Stew)

90 min Serves 4 ~626 kcal/serving ~£10.80 (£2.70/serving) Dairy-freeGluten-free

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Ingredients

  • 700 g lamb shoulder
  • 1 white cabbage
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 500 g waxy potatoes
  • 400 ml chicken stock

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
626 kcal
Protein
36.9 g
Carbohydrate
33.2 g
of which sugars
13.2 g
Fat
37.4 g
of which saturates
17.6 g
Fibre
7.6 g
Salt
1.14 g

Estimated from typical values for each ingredient — a guide, not a substitute for the label on what you actually buy.

Method

  1. 1

    Cut the lamb shoulder into large chunks.

  2. 2

    Layer the lamb and shredded cabbage in a large pot, sprinkling peppercorns and bay leaves between the layers.

  3. 3

    Pour in the chicken stock, cover and simmer gently for 65-70 minutes until the lamb is tender.

  4. 4

    Add the whole potatoes for the final 20 minutes and cook until tender.

  5. 5

    Check the seasoning and serve.

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