Lancashire Hot Pot

Warm, hearty, and quintessentially British, Lancashire Hot Pot is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings. This traditional one-pot dish combines tender, slow-cooked lamb shoulder with a medley of sweet onions, earthy carrots, and herbaceous thyme, all simmered in a savory broth spiked with Worcestershire sauce. Topped with a beautifully arranged layer of thinly sliced potatoes that turn golden and crispy in the oven, this casserole is as visually appealing as it is delicious. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a low-and-slow cooking process that maximizes flavor, this classic recipe is an effortless way to bring the taste of Britain to your table. Serve it with steamed greens or crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal. Keywords: Lancashire Hot Pot, traditional British casserole, lamb recipe, potato topping, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams lamb shoulder (boneless, diced)
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 medium onions (sliced)
• 3 medium carrots (sliced)
• 500 milliliters beef or lamb stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 800 grams Potatoes (waxier varieties like Yukon Gold, peeled and thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 170°C (150°C fan) or 340°F.

Step 2

Season the diced lamb shoulder with salt and pepper, then toss it with the flour to coat evenly.

Step 3

Heat the butter in a large, heavy-bottomed casserole dish over medium-high heat. Add the lamb in batches and brown it on all sides, then remove to a plate.

Step 4

In the same dish, lower the heat and sauté the onions and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Return the browned lamb to the casserole dish. Pour in the stock and Worcestershire sauce, and stir well. Add thyme and adjust the seasoning to taste. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat.

Step 6

Layer the sliced potatoes over the lamb and vegetable mixture, overlapping them slightly in a circular pattern. Season the potato layer lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 7

Cover the casserole dish with a lid or foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 1.5 hours.

Step 8

After 1.5 hours, remove the lid or foil and increase the oven temperature to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F. Continue to bake for another 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden and crispy on top.

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Serve hot with a side of steamed greens or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2658.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3157.4

Total Fat 187.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 674.3mg	0%
Sodium 4186.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 173.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 345.8mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 6817.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.4%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 26.0%