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Gordon Ramsay Lancashire Hotpot Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Lancashire Hotpot
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Lancashire Hotpot is a traditional British stew, slow-cooked in a casserole dish with layers of lamb, onions, and stock, all topped with thinly sliced potatoes that crisp up beautifully in the oven. Gordon Ramsay’s version enhances the dish with Worcestershire sauce, fresh herbs, and a rich lamb stock, giving it even deeper flavor and tenderness.

Ingredients

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For the Hotpot Filling

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb (450g) lamb shoulder or neck, cut into chunks
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or ½ teaspoon dried rosemary)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 ½ cups lamb or beef stock
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

For the Potato Topping

  • 2 large potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For Garnish & Serving

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Steamed greens or roasted vegetables

Instructions

Step 1: Sear the Lamb

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the lamb for 4-5 minutes, turning until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables

  1. In the same pan, sauté onions and carrots for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3: Make the Gravy

  1. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and lamb stock.
  2. Return the lamb to the pan and bring to a simmer.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper, then cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. If needed, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir in to thicken.

Step 4: Assemble the Hotpot

  1. Transfer the filling to a baking dish.
  2. Layer the thinly sliced potatoes over the top, overlapping slightly.
  3. Brush with melted butter and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5: Bake and Serve

  1. Bake uncovered for 1 ½ hours until the potatoes are crispy and golden.
  2. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-lancashire-hotpot/