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Creamy Spiced Lamb, Potato & Tomato Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Iceland, this creamy lamb soup reflects the country’s reliance on hearty, warming dishes during long winters. Traditionally enjoyed in family gatherings, it showcases local ingredients and flavors. Today, variations can be found globally, often adapting to available ingredients while maintaining the comforting essence of the original recipe.

IcelandicISmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
olive oil
garlic
onion
green chili
red bell pepper
3 medium diced potatoes
1 chicken cube
2 cups water
cumin
chili
salt
pepper
cream of mushroom
1 piece of leftover lamb
less than half cup water
handful of rinsed fresh spinach

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken or pork can lower costs and calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth enhances flavor without extra cost.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients, while frozen options are budget-friendly.

1

Heat olive oil in a pot.

2

Add garlic, onion, green chili, and red bell pepper; cook for 3 minutes.

3

Add tomatoes (fresh or canned); cook for 5-7 minutes.

4

Add diced potatoes; cook for 20 minutes after adding chicken cube and water.

5

Add spices: salt, pepper, cumin, chili.

6

Lower heat and add cream of mushroom; mix well to avoid clumps.

7

Add leftover cooked lamb; cook for 5-8 minutes.

8

Add less than half cup of water if needed.

9

Add handful of rinsed fresh spinach; cook for 1-2 minutes until ready.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

halal

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Lamb SoupIcelandic Lamb Soup

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