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hearty guinness beef stew

Guinness Beef Stew

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Course Main
Cuisine Irish
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large Dutch oven or heavy pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons set
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pound beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 cup beef stock
  • 1 bottle (11.2 ounces) Guinness beer
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 large carrots sliced
  • 2 large potatoes peeled and cubed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides, then remove them from the pot.
  • In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is soft.
  • Stir in the flour until it is absorbed by the oil and onion mixture.
  • Gradually add the beef stock and Guinness, stirring to combine.
  • Add the tomato paste, sugar, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  • Return the beef to the pot, followed by the carrots and potatoes.
  • Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
  • Simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.
  • Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Let the stew rest for 10 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, let the stew sit in the fridge overnight and reheat it the next day; this allows the flavors to meld together more deeply. Additionally, you can substitute the beef chuck with lamb if preferred, and adjust the seasoning to your taste. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
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