Kjötsúpa (Traditional Icelandic Highland Lamb, Rutabaga & Herb Broth) – Authentic Iceland Recipe

Ingredients for Kjötsúpa (Traditional Icelandic Highland Lamb, Rutabaga & Herb Broth) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender lamb chunks, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups cubed rutabaga (yellow turnip), washed and trimmed
• 1 cup potatoes
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with dried Arctic thyme
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Iceland seasoning (parsley, scallions, black pepper)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and dried Arctic thyme for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in parsley, scallions, black pepper and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Iceland's kitchen.
3. Add tender lamb chunks and cubed rutabaga (yellow turnip), tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in potatoes, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.