Irish beef stew

For once, the Irish like to prepare their meats using Guinness and Potatoes… And of course, the beef is no exception: this typically Irish meal is simply delicious, and combines the staples of Irish eating… It’s a variation on the famous Irish stew… but this time using beef!

Irish Beef stew presentation

A dish based on beef, potatoes and Irish stout

In Ireland, Guinness beef is a must-try dish that’s perfect for a demanding stomach! Although a little heavy to digest, it’s one of the signature meals of Ireland’s Irish Pubs, and is traditionally served with a pint of Guinness.

Served piping hot, this is considered a festive dish, and is often served at Christmas dinner. But you can try it at any time of year if you’re visiting a good Irish pub in Ireland… The Irish like to eat it regularly, thanks to its highly aromatic taste and its warming properties: Irish Beef stew also helps to combat the cold and dampness that is so common in Ireland!

Recipe: Irish Beef stew

Ingredients

Serves 4
Preparation time: 30 min
Cooking time: 10 minutes

800 g braised beef
1 pint of Guinness (or another brand of stout)
2 tbsp. tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
40 grams butter
200 grams flour
Salt
Pepper
3 onions
8 potatoes
4 carrots
Parsley
Laurel

Preparation

Wash and peel the potatoes and carrots, then steam them.
Meanwhile, peel the onions, chop finely and fry in butter.
Mince the parsley and add to the onions.
Then add the bay leaf
Cut the beef into large chunks, flour and add to the pot, along with the onions and parsley.
Cook until the meat is browned.
Then deglaze with Guinness.
Cook until the sauce thickens.
Finally, turn off the heat and place the mixture in an ovenproof dish. Braise the beef at 160°, thermostat 5 for about 1h20.
While in the oven, make sure the beef doesn’t dry out, and add Guinness or water if necessary.
Once cooked, serve piping hot, with potatoes…