Irish-Style Beef and Guinness Stew
A hearty slow-cooked stew featuring tender chunks of beef simmered with Guinness stout, root vegetables, and fragrant herbs. This irish-inspired beef ready in about 170 minutes pairs 1-inch pieces beef chuck, cubed, all-purpose flour, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 2 lbs, 1-inch pieces beef chuck, cubed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 3 medium, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds carrots
- 2, chopped celery stalks
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 12 oz Guinness stout
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, toss 2 lbs cubed beef chuck with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply caramelized. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 1 large diced yellow onion, 3 sliced carrots, and 2 chopped celery stalks to the same pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened, then add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavor. Pour in 12 oz Guinness stout and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
- Step 5: Return the beef to the pot and add 2 cups beef broth, 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme, and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 2 to 2.5 hours until beef is tender.
- Step 6: Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Irish-Style Beef and Guinness Stew take to make?
Total time is about 170 minutes (20 min prep + 150 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 Irish-Style Beef and Guinness 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 all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Irish-Style Beef and Guinness 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 Irish-Style Beef and Guinness 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 Irish-Style Beef and Guinness 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.
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