Irish Beef Stew with Guinness

Ingredients

This adaptation takes inspiration from the Brazilian dish Alcatra and transforms it into a traditional Irish beef stew. While Alcatra is typically prepared with beef rump roast and cooked with spices and vegetables, this Irish version incorporates Guinness stout and traditional Irish ingredients like potatoes and carrots. The cooking technique and overall flavor profile have been adjusted to align with Irish culinary traditions. We alse have the original recipe for Alcatra, so you can check it out.

• 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cut into chunks 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons (30g) all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons (30g) all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (470ml) beef broth 2 cups (470ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (240ml) Guinness stout 1 cup (240ml) Guinness stout
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) tomato paste 2 tablespoons (30ml) tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon (5g) dried thyme 1 teaspoon (5g) dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 6g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for a few minutes.
5. 5.
   Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.
6. 6.
   Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth and Guinness stout.
7. 7.
   Stir in the tomato paste, bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
8. 8.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
9. 9.
   Simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
10. 10.
    Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning if needed.
11. 11.
    Serve the Irish Beef Stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef stew meat — For the best results, choose a tender cut of beef suitable for slow cooking, such as chuck or round roast. Trim any excess fat before cutting into chunks.

Tips & Tricks

• For added depth of flavor, marinate the beef in Guinness overnight before cooking.
• If you prefer a thicker stew, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir it into the stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
• Serve the stew with a side of Irish soda bread for a complete Irish meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Guinness-infused Irish Beef Stew piping hot in deep bowls. Accompany it with a slice of freshly baked Irish soda bread for a truly authentic experience.

Presentation advice

Garnish the stew with a sprinkle of fresh parsley to add a pop of color. Serve it in rustic bowls or traditional Irish pottery to enhance the presentation.