Half-Pint Stout Beef Stew
Tender beef chunks simmered halfway in a rich stout beer broth for deep flavor and a velvety texture. This irish-inspired beef ready in about 125 minutes pairs beef chuck, cubed 1-inch, vegetable oil, medium carrots, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cubed 1-inch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
- 10 fl oz stout beer (half pint)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Toss 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck with 3 tbsp flour, then brown in batches for 4 minutes per side until deeply seared; set aside.
- Step 2: Add 1 large diced yellow onion, 2 sliced carrots, and 2 chopped celery stalks to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.
- Step 4: Pour in 10 fl oz stout beer (half pint) and 2 cups beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
- Step 5: Return beef to the pot, add 1 bay leaf, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 1.5 hours until beef is tender and sauce thickens.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Pint Stout Beef Stew take to make?
Total time is about 125 minutes (15 min prep + 110 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Pint Stout Beef Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef chuck, cubed 1-inch from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Pint Stout Beef Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Pint Stout Beef Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Half-Pint Stout Beef Stew?
Irish beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
