Name: Guinness Beef Stew | Slow Cooker Irish Comfort Food
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 h 10 min
Total time: 3 h 20 min
Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 2.5 lb / 1.25 kg beef chuck, boneless short rib or any other slow cooking beef; 3/4 tsp each salt and black pepper; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 onions, chopped (brown, white or yellow); 6 oz / 180g bacon, speck or pancetta, diced; 3 tbsp flour (all purpose/plain); 440ml / 14.9 oz guinness beer; 4 tbsp tomato paste; 3 cups (750 ml) chicken stock/broth (or beef broth); 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1.25 cm / 1/2″ thick pieces; 2 large celery stalks, cut into 2cm / 1″ pieces; 2 bay leaves; 3 sprigs thyme (or sub with 1 tsp dried thyme leaves)

Description

This Guinness Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish made in a slow cooker. Featuring tender beef, rich Guinness beer, and fresh vegetables, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting dinner after a long day.

Ingredients

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2 tbsp olive oil
2.5 lb / 1.25 kg beef chuck, boneless short rib or any other slow cooking beef
3/4 tsp each salt and black pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 onions, chopped (brown, white or yellow)
6 oz / 180g bacon, speck or pancetta, diced
3 tbsp flour (all purpose/plain)
440ml / 14.9 oz guinness beer
4 tbsp tomato paste
3 cups (750 ml) chicken stock/broth (or beef broth)
3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1.25 cm / 1/2″ thick pieces
2 large celery stalks, cut into 2cm / 1″ pieces
2 bay leaves
3 sprigs thyme (or sub with 1 tsp dried thyme leaves)

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Instructions

Cut the beef into 5cm/2" chunks and pat dry, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
In a heavy-based pot, heat oil over high heat and brown the beef in batches, removing it onto a plate afterward.
Lower heat to medium; add more oil if the pot looks dry.
Cook garlic and onion for 3 minutes until they soften, then incorporate the bacon.
Cook until the bacon is browned; add carrot and celery.
Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
Add the Guinness, chicken stock, and tomato paste, mixing well to ensure the flour dissolves.
Return the beef to the pot, ensuring the liquid covers it; add bay leaves and thyme.
Cover and lower heat to a gentle simmer; cook for 2 hours until the beef is tender.
Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 30 to 45 minutes until the beef falls apart and the sauce thickens.
Skim off any fat from the surface and adjust salt and pepper to taste; remove bay leaves and thyme before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and stock.
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.
Leftovers taste even better the next day!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 520
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 1200mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 80mg