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Irish Beef and Guinness Stew Recipe
5 from 15 votes

Irish Beef and Guinness Stew Recipe

This Irish Beef and Guinness Stew features tender beef cubes slowly simmered with Guinness stout, vegetables, and aromatic herbs. The stew achieves a rich, hearty flavor from searing the meat in flour and butter, then cooking it with a mixture of tomato paste, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves. Root vegetables and potatoes add texture and substance, balancing the savory broth and tender beef.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 427 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Irish

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tsp. salt divided
  • ¾ tsp. black pepper divided
  • 2 Tbsp. neutral cooking oil avocado or olive, generic cooking oil
  • 2 Tbsp. butter salted
  • 1 onion sweet or white, finely diced, large
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • ¼ cup flour divided, gluten-free 1-to-1, if needed
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 11 oz. Guinness beer extra stout
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth regular sodium
  • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. thyme dried
  • ½ tsp. rosemary dried
  • 2 bay leaf
  • 2 celery ribs diced
  • 2 carrot peeled and sliced, large
  • ½ lb. russet potato peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
  • parsley finely chopped, optional

Instructions

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  1. Coat the Beef: Pat the cubed beef dry with a paper towel. Whisk together 2 tablespoons flour, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper in a small bowl. Add the cubed meat to a large bowl and then sprinkle the flour over it. Toss the meat until it’s evenly coated in the flour.
  2. Sear the Beef: Add the oil to a large 5-6 quart Dutch oven over medium heat. Once it begins to sizzle, add the meat cubes and sear for 4-5 minutes on all sides, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to remove any bits or pieces that might be stuck. Remove the meat from the pot and plate.
  3. Sauté the Onion: Add butter to the pot. Wait for it to melt and then add the onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent. Add garlic and continue sauteing for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour and the tomato paste. Mix it together until a thick paste forms.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Pour in the beer, broth, brown sugar, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and remaining salt and black pepper. Stir to combine. Add back in the meat. Bring everything to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for an hour and a half.
  5. Add the Rest: Remove the lid and add the diced celery, carrots, and potatoes. Turn up the heat to medium and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
  6. Serve the Stew: Remove the bay leaves and serve immediately with chopped parsley, if desired, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Chop celery, carrots, and onions up to 2-3 days in advance and refrigerate to save prep time.
  • Store leftover stew sealed in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze up to 6 months for extended use.
  • Reheat stew gently on the stovetop or in smaller portions using a microwave to maintain texture and flavor.
  • Dice beef and vegetables finely to ensure even cooking and manageable bite sizes.
  • Use dried herbs for consistent aroma; if using fresh, increase the quantity accordingly.
  • Authentic Guinness stout is essential to achieve the characteristic flavor of this Irish stew.
  • Consider making a large batch and freezing leftovers for convenient future meals.

Nutrition Information

Calories 427kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 30g (46%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 13g (65%) Trans Fat 2g (100%) Cholesterol 90mg (30%) Sodium 893mg (37%) Potassium 569mg (12%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2746IU (55%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 54mg (5%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 427

% Daily Value*

Calories 427kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 2g 100%
Cholesterol 90mg 30%
Sodium 893mg 37%
Potassium 569mg 12%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2746IU 55%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 54mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.