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Best Instant Pot Lamb Stew in Red Wine

Dated: October 17, 2020 . Modified: Apr 3, 2021 by Kate Hahnel

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Sharing with you our best Instant Pot Lamb Stew in red wine recipe! The lamb is cooked in a garlic, spice, red wine and herb-based sauce giving you flavorful, juicy, and tender lamb. This recipe is also keto, low-carb and paleo-friendly.

Instant Pot Lamb Stew in red wine

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why you will love this recipe!

This Instant Pot Lamb Stew in red wine ticks all the boxes. I like to serve mine with some delicious Instant Pot Cauliflower Mash! Here is why I think you will love it as much as I do:-

  • A dish for all occasions - have this lamb stew as part of your regular dinners or make it for guests or on special holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving.
  • Readily available ingredients - you can find all the ingredients at your local supermarket or farmers market.
  • Flavour - the spices, red wine and herb gives the lamb stew a delicious taste. It is also fork- tender!
  • Time-saving - you can easily make a dinner or lunch in almost half the time it would take you if making this on the stovetop.
  • Keeps well - make this ahead and freeze it or store it in the refrigerator.
  • Healthy - This recipe is absolutely healthy as it uses whole natural ingredients. It is also suitable for most special diets (most certainly keto, paleo, and low carb).

ingredient notes

The ingredients are pretty basic. Here is what you will need to make this delicious dish!

  • Lamb stewing meat - cut into large chunks. I prefer to use shoulder meat. You can also use other cuts such as the leg.
  • Seasoning - ground cumin, smoked paprika (ground), 1 cinnamon stick, salt, ground turmeric, some black pepper - you can use whole or ground pepper.
  • Red wine - gives this dish some depth, not to mention some amazing flavour and rich colour.
  • Fresh produce - onion, minced cloves of garlic (we like it garlicky and tend to use 6 cloves but you can use less if you prefer). 4 cloves is a sweet spot. You will also require some minced fresh ginger and coriander. Use fresh parsley if you do not like coriander.
  • Other - You will require some cooking oil and broth. I like to use olive oil as it is keto and paleo compliant. I realize that some of you may not be following any type of special diet - it is ok to use your preferred cooking oil. Additionally, you will need some tomato paste.
Instant Pot Lamb Stew cooked in red wine
Instant Pot Lamb Stew cooked in Red Wine

how to make the best Instant Pot lamb stew with red wine!

Why the best? Because the spices and the wine bring out so much flavor in the dish plus, it also only takes 35 minutes to make Lamb in the Instant Pot.

I personally also think it is a winner because using the Instant Pot saves so much time! You can use this time to prepare your side dish or do some other tasks in the house. Totally great! Ok, enough talking, let's get cooking.

  1. Cut the lamb into large stewing chunks. If your butcher can do it for you, even better! Transfer the chopped lamb into a bowl or Ziploc bag and season with cumin powder, smoked paprika powder, ground cinnamon, turmeric, olive oil, salt and black pepper. You can do this the night before and allow the lamb to marinate in the fridge overnight. However, don't worry if you do not have time to marinate. You can still cook the lamb straight away.
  2. Plug-in your Instant Pot to the power source, set the inner pot in place, and program it by pressing the SAUTE button. Set the saute time to 10 minutes.
  3. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat then add the spiced cubed lamb chunks to the pot and allow it to sear. Do not stir just yet.
  4. Allow the bottom part to fry or brown first then turn and brown the other side. Transfer the seared meat to a plate then fry the onion until slightly translucent. To the Instant Pot, add the onion, minced garlic and ginger and fry briefly for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. You can add one or two more tablespoons of oil if the lamb is sticking too much to the pot. Next, stir in the lamb, tomato paste, beef stock, carrot, and red wine.
  5. Set the lid on top and close. The Instant Pot will make a beeping sound to indicate that it is properly closed. Next, press the pressure cook button, set the time to 20 minutes then allow it to stew.Once the cooking time is over, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release its pressure for at least 10 minutes.
  6. Finally, garnish with freshly chopped coriander or parsley and serve with cauliflower rice, some creamy mashed cauliflower or regular rice (if not following a special diet).

stovetop instructions

  • Mix the lamb with the spices as per the Instant Pot instructions above.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Under high heat, saute the lamb chunks (about 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned).
  • Transfer the sauteed lamb to a side plate.
  • Using the same pot, stir in the onion, garlic, ginger, tomato paste, salt, and pepper and allow to cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
  • Use the stock or water to deglaze the pot then add-in the lamb.
  • Stir, cover and allow to simmer under low heat for at least an hour, stirring from time to time. You can add more water if you prefer.
  • Serve and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.

variations

  • Moroccan style - once the stew has cooked, bring a cup of dried plums (pre-soaked in cold water for at least an hour and drained) to boil. To the plums, add 3 tablespoons honey and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon and allow to cook for 15 minutes. Top the lamb stew with the cooked plums and garnish with sesame seeds when serving. You can also add other dried fruit such as raisins.
  • Spicy - Do you like spicy food? You can make this dish spicy by adding 1-2 sliced bird eye chillis. Optionally you can add 1 sliced habanero if you like it very hot!! Alternatively, simply serve the chili on the side!

Storage

  • This Instant Pot Lamb Stew can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it in freezer-friendly containers, for up to 3 months.

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Instant Pot Lamb Stew in Red Wine Sauce

Best Instant Pot Lamb Stew in Red Wine

Kate Hahnel
The best Instant Pot lamb stew in red wine recipe! Extremely flavorful, juicy and fork-tender. This recipe is also low carb as well as paleo.
4.91 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Persian
Servings 5
Calories 670 kcal

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Equipment

6 Quarts (5.7 litres) OR 8 Quarts (7.6 litres) Instant Pot
6 Quarts (5.7 litres) OR 8 Quarts (7.6 litres) Instant Pot
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg lamb about 2 lbs
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 medium-sized onion
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 cup stock or water
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil or preferred choice of cooking oil (plus 1-2 extra tablespoons)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika powder smoked
  • 1 teaspoon salt or more to taste
  • chopped cilantro or parsley (optional- to garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Cut the lamb into large stewing chunks. If your butcher can do it for you, even better!
  • Transfer the chopped lamb into a bowl or Ziploc bag and season with cumin powder, smoked paprika powder, ground cinnamon, turmeric, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. You can do this the night before and allow the lamb to marinate in the fridge overnight. However, don't worry if you do not have time to marinate. You can still cook the lamb straight away.
  • Plug-in your Instant Pot to the power source, set the inner pot in place, and program it by pressing the SAUTE button. Set the saute time to 10 minutes.
  • Add olive oil to the inner pot of the Instant Pot and allow it to heat. Add the spiced cubed lamb chunks to the pot and allow it to sear. Do not stir just yet. Allow the bottom part to fry or brown first then turn and brown the other side.
  • The bottom of the Instant Pot will turn brown but do not worry. We will use the red wine to deglaze it and extract all the flavorful goodness. You can add one or two more tablespoons of oil if the lamb is sticking too much to the pot.
  • Transfer the seared meat to a plate. Next, fry the onion until slightly translucent. Add the minced garlic and ginger and fry briefly for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Next, stir in the lamb, tomato paste, beef stock, and red wine.
  • Set the lid on top and close. The Instant Pot will make a beeping sound to indicate that it is properly closed. Press the pressure cook button, set the time to 20 minutes then allow it to stew.
  • Once the cooking time is over, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release its pressure for at least 10 minutes before using the quick release function.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped coriander or parsley and serve with your favorite side dish.

STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS

  • Add the spices to the lamb pieces and mix, as per the Instant Pot instructions above.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Under high heat, saute the lamb chunks (about 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned).
  • Transfer the seared lamb to a plate. Using the same pot, fry the onion, garlic and ginger until fragrant but not too brown so it does not burn. You can add a tablespoon of oil if the pot is too dry.
  • Next, reduce the heat and add the stock or water and red wine. Deglaze (scrape off as much of the brown bits sticking on the pan as you can).
  • Add tomato paste, salt, and pepper and stir. Next, add back the lamb pieces cover, and allow to simmer under low heat for 1 hour or until tender. Check on it from time to time and stir.
  • Serve with cauliflower rice or regular rice.

Notes

RECIPE VARIATIONS-
  • Moroccan style - once the stew has cooked, bring a cup of dried plums (pre-soaked in cold water for at least an hour and drained) to boil. To the plums, add 3 tablespoons honey and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon and allow to cook for 15 minutes. Top the lamb stew with the cooked plums and garnish with sesame seeds when serving.
  • Spicy - Do you like spicy food? You can make this dish spicy by adding 1-2 sliced bird eye chillis. Optionally you can add 1 sliced habanero if you like it very hot!! You can also serve the chillis on the side.
  • Vegetables - you can also add vegetables such as celery, potatoes and tomatoes. 

Nutrition

Calories: 670kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 21gCholesterol: 146mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 567mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 149IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 4mg
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Comments

  1. Gabe

    April 03, 2021 at 3:08 am

    5 stars
    I used a whole onion as the recipe missed it.

    • Kate Hahnel

      April 04, 2021 at 10:29 am

      Oh yes!! Onions are a great addition! I add them too with some carrots, sometimes. Glad you enjoyed the recipe!

  2. Erin

    March 24, 2021 at 8:29 pm

    5 stars
    So good, thank you! I believe you are missing the onion from the ingredient list? If I wanted to add the chili and/or vegetables you suggest, at what stage would you do either of those options?

  3. Kari Alana

    October 26, 2020 at 5:04 pm

    5 stars
    I love a lamb stew and this is so juicy and succulent and full of wholesome flavour! Totally winning!

  4. Uncle Bert

    October 24, 2020 at 6:42 am

    5 stars
    I don’t have an Instant Pot but I bet my old school pressure cooker will do the trick for this!

  5. Crystal

    October 24, 2020 at 6:36 am

    5 stars
    I don’t know what is my is about lamb, but it’s easily my favorite kind of meat! I loved the flavors in this stew and how you included directions for cooking it on the stovetop and instant pot!

  6. Kayla

    October 22, 2020 at 8:59 pm

    5 stars
    I love cooking! This recipe looks sooooo good. So funny, I just recorded a short rib recipe in a red wine sauce! Looking forward to trying this!

  7. Ashley D

    October 20, 2020 at 3:15 pm

    I love the flavors you have going for this recipe. I will have to try this and make it meatless 🙂.

    • Kate Hahnel

      October 27, 2020 at 8:21 pm

      I hope you will enjoy it like we did.

4.91 from 11 votes (5 ratings without comment)

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