Beef Guinness-Style Stew (Printable)
Tender beef and root vegetables simmered in a rich malt sauce, perfect for hearty, comforting meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 2.6 pounds stewing beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 large onions, chopped
03 - 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced
05 - 2 stalks celery, chopped
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 9 ounces button mushrooms, halved
08 - 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
→ Liquids
09 - 2 cups alcohol-free dark malt beverage or non-alcoholic stout
10 - 3 cups beef stock, gluten-free if preferred
11 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
12 - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, alcohol-free and gluten-free if needed
→ Seasonings & Others
13 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
14 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
15 - 2 bay leaves
16 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
17 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
18 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
19 - Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Pat beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, transferring each batch to a plate once seared.
03 - Add onions, carrots, parsnips, celery, and mushrooms to the pot; sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir thoroughly to coat evenly.
06 - Return browned beef and any accumulated juices to the pot. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary.
07 - Pour in malt beverage and beef stock, stirring to homogenize ingredients.
08 - Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook over low heat for 2 hours. Stir occasionally.
09 - Uncover the pot, add potato chunks, and cook for an additional 30 to 40 minutes until beef is fork-tender and sauce has thickened.
10 - Remove bay leaves, adjust salt and pepper to taste, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It captures the soul of Irish cuisine without needing a drop of alcohol, perfect for all ages and occasions
- The slow-cooked tenderness makes every bite melt in your mouth, as if you had a secret family recipe
02 -
- Patting the beef dry before browning is the secret to developing that irresistible crust and deep flavor
- Using alcohol-free malt beverage preserves the signature richness while keeping it family-friendly
03 -
- Brown your beef in small batches to avoid steaming and get that rich crust
- Choosing a good quality alcohol-free malt beverage transforms the stew’s character, so don’t skimp