Kjötsúpa

Icelandic Kjötsúpa Recipe for 4 People

Ingredients:

• 500g lamb meat, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 leek, sliced
• 1 turnip, peeled and diced
• 1 parsnip, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup rice
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Rinse the diced lamb meat under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
   • Peel and chop all vegetables as directed.
2. Cook Lamb:
   • In a large pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the diced lamb meat and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add Vegetables and Herbs:
   • Add the chopped onion, carrots, potatoes, celery, leek, turnip, and parsnip to the pot.
   • Stir in the rice, bay leaves, and dried thyme.
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Simmer:
   • Pour enough water into the pot to cover all the ingredients.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
   • Cover and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the vegetables and meat are tender.
5. Serve:
   • Once cooked, remove the bay leaves from the pot.
   • Ladle the Kjötsúpa into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
   • Serve hot and enjoy the hearty Icelandic Kjötsúpa!

Optional:

• Feel free to add other vegetables such as cabbage or rutabaga according to your preference.
• Some variations of Kjötsúpa include adding a splash of cream or a dollop of sour cream before serving for extra richness.

Experience the warmth of Iceland with this traditional Kjötsúpa recipe for 4 people!