Beef and Lamb Stew over Egg Noodles
Beef and Lamb Stew over Egg Noodles is a hearty, comforting dish featuring slow-cooked chunks of beef and lamb in a rich, savory broth, typically served atop a bed of soft egg noodles. Common ingredients include onions, carrots, celery, garlic, tomatoes, and a blend of herbs like thyme and rosemary. While variations exist globally, this particular combination is often associated with American or European-inspired home cooking and pub fare.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a significant carbohydrate component from the noodles. It provides key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins from the meats, and potassium from the vegetables, with a rough calorie ballpark of 600-800 kcal per generous serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 680 kcal |
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Iron | 5.2 mg |
| Zinc | 8.1 mg |
| Potassium | 780 mg |
| Phosphorus | 380 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
Per 1.5 cups (360 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The use of two different red meats (beef and lamb) creates a deeper, more complex flavor profile than using either alone, a technique found in some traditional British and Eastern European stews. Nutritionally, the combination offers a broader spectrum of amino acids and minerals like selenium and phosphorus.
