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
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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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does 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 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 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 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 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.
