🥩🍺 Traditional Irish Beef Stew – Cozy, Hearty, and Full of Flavor! 😋😍
There’s nothing like a bowl of warm Irish beef stew on a cold day.
Rich, tender beef, hearty veggies, and that deep savory broth (with a splash of Guinness!) — it’s the ultimate comfort food straight from the Emerald Isle! 🇮🇪💚
🛒 Ingredients
◾️2 lbs stewing beef, cut into chunks
◾️2 tbsp vegetable oil
◾️2 onions, chopped
◾️2 cloves garlic, minced
◾️4 carrots, peeled and sliced
◾️4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
◾️2 tbsp tomato paste
◾️4 cups beef broth
◾️1 cup Guinness beer (optional, but authentic)
◾️1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
◾️1 tsp dried thyme
◾️Salt & black pepper, to taste
◾️Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the Beef
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Add beef chunks and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté Onions & Garlic
In the same pot, add onions and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
3️⃣ Add the Veggies
Toss in carrots and potatoes. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
4️⃣ Stir in Tomato Paste
Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
5️⃣ Build the Stew
Return beef to the pot. Add beef broth, Guinness (if using), Worcestershire, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
6️⃣ Simmer Low & Slow
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and simmer for about 2 hours, until beef is fork-tender and flavors have melded beautifully.
7️⃣ Final Touch
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
✅ Serving Tips
🔹️ Perfect with warm crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.
🔹️ Add parsnips, celery, or even turnips for extra depth.
🔹️ Stew tastes even better the next day — great for meal prep!
🍽️ 4 Chef Tips for the Best Stew
1️⃣ Deglaze for Flavor:
After browning the beef, pour in a splash of Guinness or broth to scrape up the brown bits — that’s where the rich flavor hides!
2️⃣ Thicken Naturally:
Mash a few cooked potatoes into the stew near the end to create a naturally thick, hearty texture.
3️⃣ Enhance with Herbs:
Add a bay leaf or a sprig of rosemary while simmering for extra aroma — just remove before serving.
4️⃣ Rest Before Serving:
Let the stew sit off the heat for 10–15 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors settle and deepen beautifully.
🍀 This Rustic Irish Beef Stew is comfort in a bowl — simple, wholesome, and steeped in Irish tradition. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or warming up a chilly evening, every spoonful brings that cozy, pub-style flavor home.
Serve it with a pint of Guinness, some crusty bread, and a smile — sláinte! 🍻🇮🇪
