Irish Stew
Warm your soul with this classic Irish stew, featuring tender beef and fresh vegetables simmered to perfection. Ideal for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 4 medium carrots
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 yellow onions
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Fresh thyme and bay leaves
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Chop the beef into bite-sized cubes and dice the onions, carrots, and potatoes.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced onions and carrots; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in the beef broth along with enough water to cover the ingredients; scrape any browned bits from the pot.
- Add potatoes, thyme, and bay leaves; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, include root vegetables like parsnips or add a splash of stout. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on low to maintain texture.