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Guinness Irish Stew
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 lbs stewing beef, cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 onions, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup Guinness stout
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef chunks and brown on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
- Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.
- Pour in the Guinness stout and beef broth, stirring to combine and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Add the browned beef back into the pot, along with the cubed potatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaves before serving.
- Enjoy your hearty Guinness Irish stew!
Irish Stew, a traditional dish with a rich history, has been a staple in Irish cuisine for centuries. The addition of a Guinness stout broth adds a depth of flavor and complexity to this hearty and comforting meal. Dating back to the 1800s, Irish Stew was a dish commonly prepared by rural families, using simple ingredients such as lamb or mutton, potatoes, onions, and carrots. The use of Guinness stout in the broth not only infuses the stew with a robust and malty flavor but also tenderizes the meat to perfection. Today, renowned chefs and restaurants in Ireland, such as Gallagher's Boxty House in Dublin, continue to honor the heritage of Irish Stew by incorporating their own unique twists, often using locally sourced ingredients and, of course, a generous pour of Guinness stout. For those seeking the best version of this dish, visiting a traditional Irish pub or restaurant in the heart of Dublin or the countryside is a must. To achieve the authentic taste of Irish Stew with a Guinness stout broth, it's crucial to slow-cook the stew to allow the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender. While lamb or mutton is the traditional choice of meat, some modern variations may feature beef or even a vegetarian alternative with hearty root vegetables. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening in Ireland or recreated in your own kitchen, Irish Stew with a Guinness stout broth is a timeless and soul-warming dish that pays homage to the country's culinary heritage.
140 min
6
380 calories
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