Best 7 Favorite Irish Stew Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and comforting dishes, Irish stew reigns supreme, capturing the essence of Ireland's culinary heritage. This classic stew is a harmonious blend of succulent lamb or mutton, tender vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth. As you embark on this culinary journey, discover two exquisite variations of Irish stew presented in this article.

The first recipe, "Traditional Irish Stew," embodies the authentic essence of this timeless dish. Aromatic lamb or mutton, browned to perfection, forms the base of this hearty stew. The addition of tender vegetables, including carrots, potatoes, and onions, creates a colorful and flavorful medley. Simmered in a savory broth enriched with herbs and spices, this stew exudes a delightful aroma that will tantalize your senses.

The second recipe, "Quick and Easy Irish Stew," offers a contemporary twist on the classic, catering to busy individuals seeking a convenient yet equally satisfying meal. This variation incorporates the same core ingredients as the traditional stew but introduces time-saving techniques to streamline the cooking process. Discover how to create a delicious Irish stew using a slow cooker or pressure cooker, ensuring tender meat and flavorful broth in a fraction of the time.

Whether you prefer the traditional or the quick and easy approach, both recipes in this article will guide you in crafting a delectable Irish stew that will warm your soul and transport your taste buds to the emerald isle.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FAVORITE IRISH STEW



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Lamb is a great source of protein and adds a delicious flavor to this Irish stew. If you can't find it at your grocery store, try using beef stew meat instead. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
1-1/2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 medium onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Place 1/3 cup flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add lamb, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat., In a Dutch oven, brown lamb in batches in 2 tablespoons oil. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute onions in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Add broth, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Return lamb to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is tender. , Add potatoes and carrots; cover and cook for 20 minutes. Stir in peas; cook 5-10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. , Add seasonings and Worcestershire sauce. Combine remaining flour with water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TRADITIONAL IRISH STEW



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A traditional Irish stew is the backbone of Irish food. It is a delicious, hearty, and filling recipe of mutton and potatoes along with vegetables.

Provided by Elaine Lemm

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 pound mutton or lamb cutlets, bones removed, cut into 2-inch/5-centimeter chunks
2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
1 cup onion, roughly chopped
1 cup leeks, cleaned and finely sliced
1 cup carrots, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 1/2 pints dark beef stock
Optional: 2 or 3 cabbage leaves, thinly sliced
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Add the cabbage (if using), replace the lid, and cook for another hour. Check from time to time to make sure the stock hasn't reduced too much. If it has, add a little boiling water. The meat and vegetables should always be covered in liquid. If the sauce is too runny at the end, you can always cook the stew a little longer with the lid removed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 765 kcal, Carbohydrate 83 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1073 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 34 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

THE BEST IRISH STEW EVER



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I found this recipe about 20 years ago, wrote it down on notebook paper and stuffed it in a book. I rediscovered it recently and finally made it. This is quite frankly the best stew I have ever had. It is super good and oh so easy. You gotta try it.

Provided by leahfurlongnicks

Categories     St. Patrick's Day

Time 3h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 lbs beef, cubed (stew meat, steak, or whatever)
3 onions, chopped
12 ounces stout beer (Dark)
2 cups beef stock
1 lb carrot, chopped
1 lb parsnip, chopped
1 lb rutabaga, chopped
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • In a 4 quart or bigger sauce pan add oil and heat on med to med high(if oil smokes it too hot).
  • Add meat to pan and saute until browned on all sides(if the pan of oil is not hot then the meat will stick to pan if using stainless or cast iron).
  • Take out meat and set aside(leave juices in pan).
  • Add onions and saute until done(about 8 min.).
  • Add cooked meat, beer, and beef stock to pan. bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover with a lid and simmer for an hour.
  • Add vegetables and simmer until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1757.2, Fat 168.5, SaturatedFat 67.9, Cholesterol 224.7, Sodium 436, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 13.8, Protein 22.9

IRISH BEEF STEW



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I got this recipe from a friend who recently vacationed in Ireland. This is one of my favorite easy dinners! The stout beer really adds a great flavor.

Provided by ONEHOTMAMA9

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Irish Stew Recipes

Time 6h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
1 white onion, cut into large chunks
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle Irish stout beer (e.g. Guinness(r))
1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss beef cubes with flour to coat, then fry in the hot oil until browned. Place the carrots, potatoes, onion and garlic in a large slow cooker. Place the meat on top of the vegetables. Mix together the beef broth and tomato paste and pour into the slow cooker along with the beer.
  • Cover and cook on High for 6 hours or Low for 8 hours. During the last hour before serving, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water and then stir into the broth. Simmer on the High setting for a few minutes to thicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Carbohydrate 62.5 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 497.8 mg, Sugar 8 g

CLASSIC IRISH STEW



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Celebrate St Patrick's Day with Richard Corrigan's Irish stew - it's big on flavour, even bigger if you make it ahead and quite literally, let it stew...

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 middle necks of lamb (about 1.8kg/4lb), filleted and boned - you need to end up with about 950g/2lb 2oz pure meat
650g floury potatoes, such as King Edward
650g waxy potato, such as Desirée or Pentland Javelin
1kg carrots
2 onions
½ tsp fresh thyme leaves
chopped fresh chives and parsley, to garnish
bones from the lamb
1 large carrot, quartered
1 onion, quartered
½ celery stick, quartered
1 bay leaf
2 large sprigs of thyme
a generous sprig of parsley
6 black peppercorns, lightly crushed

Steps:

  • Make the stock. Put the lamb bones in a large heavy-based saucepan with the carrot, onion, celery, herbs, peppercorns and 1 tsp salt. Pour in 3 litres/5 ¼ pints water. Bring to the boil and simmer uncovered for 2 hours.
  • Strain the stock through a fine sieve to remove bones and vegetables, then return to the pan. Boil until reduced to about 1.3 litres/2 ¼ pints. (You can make the stock the day before - keep it in a covered container in the fridge, or freeze it for up to 3 months.)
  • Make the stew. Cut the lamb into large chunks. Peel the potatoes (keeping both types separate) and cut into pieces of similar size to the meat. Put the two different types in separate bowls of water to keep them white. Peel the carrots and cut into slightly smaller pieces. Slice the onions into thick rings.
  • Put the lamb in a large, clean saucepan. Pour in the stock and bring to the boil, skimming off all the impurities from the surface. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  • Add the floury potatoes, carrots and onions. Season generously and simmer for a further 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the waxy potatoes and thyme. Simmer until the lamb is tender (15-20 minutes). Take off the heat, cover (don't stir) and leave for 15 minutes. (You can make this up to 2 days ahead and keep in the fridge). Garnish and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 45 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.09 milligram of sodium

IRISH BEEF STEW



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Rich and hearty, this stew is my husband's favorite. The beef is incredibly tender. Served with crusty bread, it's an ideal cool-weather meal and perfect for any Irish holiday. -Carrie Karleen, St. Nicolas, Quebec

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h55m

Yield 15 servings (3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 22

8 bacon strips, diced
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound whole fresh mushrooms, quartered
3 medium leeks (white portion only), chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 cup dark stout beer or additional reduced-sodium beef broth
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In a large shallow dish, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat. Brown beef in the bacon drippings. Remove and set aside., In the same pot, saute the mushrooms, leeks, carrots and celery in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomato paste until blended. Add the broth, beer, bay leaves, thyme, parsley and rosemary. Return beef and bacon to pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 2 hours., Add potatoes. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour longer. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add peas; heat through. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

OUR FAVORITE IRISH STEW



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I got this one from allrecipes. I have tweaked it a little and wanted it here for menu planning. It is sooooo good!

Provided by Amy F.

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb beef sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
4 carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 cups hot water
1 (7/8 ounce) packet brown gravy mix
2 beef bouillon cubes or 2 tablespoons beef base
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
8 -10 halved baby yukon gold potatoes
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in an Instant Pot. Cook beef until browned on all sides, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Stir in onion, carrots, and celery and potatoes.
  • Mix water, gravy mix, and bouillon together in a small bowl; pour into Instant Pot. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, and oregano.
  • I cook on Beef or Stew setting for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.7, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 57, Sodium 748.3, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 6.3, Protein 20.3

Tips:

  • Use high-quality, fresh ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your stew will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful vegetables and high-quality cuts of meat.
  • Brown the meat and vegetables before stewing: This will help develop flavor and caramelize the vegetables.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and color to your stew. Some good options include carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and parsnips.
  • Use a good quality beef broth: This is the base of your stew, so make sure it's flavorful. You can use store-bought or homemade beef broth.
  • Season the stew well: Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other spices and herbs to taste. Some good options include thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is tender: This will allow the flavors to develop and the meat to become fall-apart tender.
  • Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes: This will help soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Irish stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a little planning and effort, you can make a delicious Irish stew that will be enjoyed by your family and friends.

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