Irish Beef Stew

The Irish Beef Stew is a hearty, comforting, flavorful dish with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory, rustic, warm, delicious, satisfying taste.

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Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 1 lb (450g) beef chuck, cut into small 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
• 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1/2 cup Guinness stout beer
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp flour (for thickening)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef: Pat the beef cubes dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper, then lightly dust with flour.
2. Brown the Beef: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, about 3-4 minutes per batch, ensuring a nice sear for bright color. Set aside.
3. Cook Aromatics: In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté the onion and garlic over medium heat until softened, about 3 minutes.
4. Build the Stew: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add the Guinness, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Simmer: Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaves, and browned beef. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
6. Add Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots and potatoes. Simmer, uncovered, for another 30-40 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the beef is soft.
7. Adjust and Serve: Remove bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve in a rustic pottery bowl.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

• Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe (approximately 1.5 cups)
• Calories: 320 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 25g (8% DV)
• Protein: 28g (56% DV)
• Fat: 12g (18% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 3g (15% DV)
• Cholesterol: 70mg (23% DV)
• Sodium: 600mg (26% DV)
• Fiber: 4g (16% DV)
• Sugar: 5g

Note: Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition is an estimate.

Allergy Advice

• Contains: Gluten (from flour; can be substituted with cornstarch). Worcestershire sauce may contain fish (anchovies); check labels.
• May Contain Traces: Possible traces of gluten or soy in beef broth and Guinness.
• Dairy-Free: No dairy.
• Nut-Free: No nuts.
• For Allergies: Use fish-free Worcestershire sauce if needed. For gluten-free, replace flour with a cornstarch slurry and ensure all ingredients are gluten-free.