Description
Irish Beef Stew is a classic, hearty, and comforting dish featuring tender beef chuck simmered with potatoes, carrots, and onions in a rich, flavorful broth. This traditional Irish recipe offers deep, well-developed flavors and a satisfying texture, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (2 tablespoons for cooking beef, 1 tablespoon optional)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for browning the beef.
- Brown the Beef: Add the beef chuck cubes to the pot and brown them on all sides to develop a rich flavor base for the stew.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until they become fragrant and slightly softened.
- Add Vegetables and Liquids: Incorporate the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper into the pot, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Stew: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 60 to 75 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded.
- Thicken the Stew (Optional): If a thicker consistency is preferred, mix 1 tablespoon of flour with a small amount of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the simmering stew and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle the hot stew into bowls and serve immediately for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- This stew tastes even better the next day as it allows the flavors to deepen and meld fully.
- For a richer flavor, you can sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
- Feel free to add a splash of Guinness or stout beer for an authentic Irish twist.
- The addition of flour as a thickener is optional; use based on your preferred stew consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
