Description
Irish Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef simmered with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, creating a rich and flavorful broth. Each spoonful evokes the warmth of an Irish pub, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Easy to prepare and customizable based on available ingredients, this stew is sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 medium yellow onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the beef and vegetables.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches until golden brown.
- Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes). Stir in carrots and potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth along with thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 1.5 hours.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving. Remove bay leaves and ladle into bowls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg