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Beef and Guinness Stew
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 pounds stewing beef, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 can (14.9 oz) Guinness beer
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef chunks in batches and brown on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pot and sauté the onions and garlic until softened.
- Stir in the carrots and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the Guinness beer and beef broth, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Return the browned beef to the pot and bring the stew to a simmer.
- Cover and cook over low heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Discard the bay leaves and serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Beef and Guinness Stew is a traditional Irish dish that dates back to the 18th century. It was originally created as a hearty and comforting meal for laborers and farmers. The rich and robust flavor of the stew comes from slow-cooking tender beef with onions, carrots, and potatoes in a savory broth made with Guinness stout, a dark and malty beer. This iconic dish has become a staple in Irish pubs and households, especially during the colder months. Chefs like Darina Allen and Rachel Allen have popularized their own versions of the stew, adding their unique twists to the classic recipe. Today, the best versions of Beef and Guinness Stew can be found in cozy Irish pubs and restaurants across Ireland, where it is often served with a side of crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. The key to a perfect Beef and Guinness Stew lies in using high-quality beef, fresh vegetables, and allowing enough time for the flavors to meld together. While the traditional recipe calls for Guinness stout, some chefs also experiment with alternative methods, such as using other types of beer or adding additional herbs and spices to enhance the depth of flavor.
140 min
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380 calories
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