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Nutritional Values
360kcal
22gProtein
42gCarbs
12gFat
6gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Scotch Broth
How to order / say it
Say it
Scotch Broth — [skotch broth]
Order
I'd like the Scotch Broth, please.
Say locally
Hearty soup made with lamb, barley, and vegetables.
Why try it?
Scotch Broth embodies Scotland’s agricultural heart, offering a warming, rustic dish perfect for chilly Scottish weather. It's synonymous with family meals and comfort.
How it tastes
The broth is robust and flavorful, capturing the sweetness of root vegetables, umami of lamb, and nutty tones from barley, with a broth that's rich and nourishing.
Origin & History — first documented: 1750
A staple in many Scottish households since the mid-18th century, Scotch Broth was originally made to make the most of leftover lamb and garden crops, reinforcing Scotland’s tradition of thrift.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g lamb neck
- 🌾 100 g barley
- 🥕 100 g carrots
- 🧄 100 g leeks
- 🧄 100 g onions
- 🥕 100 g celery
- 🥕 100 g turnips
- 🧂 10 g salt
- 🧂 5 g pepper
- 🥣 1 l water
Method
- 1 Simmer lamb neck in water until tender, skimming fat from the top.
- 2 Add barley and cook until starting to soften.
- 3 Add the diced vegetables and continue simmering until all ingredients are cooked.
- 4 Season with salt and pepper before serving.
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