Best 3 Ultimate Guinness Beef Stew Recipes

Indulge in the hearty and flavorful Guinness Beef Stew, an iconic Irish dish that combines the richness of stout beer, succulent beef, and an array of vegetables. This classic stew is a symphony of flavors, with the dark, malty notes of Guinness harmonizing perfectly with the tender beef, while carrots, celery, and onions add a touch of sweetness and crunch. Served over creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread, this Guinness Beef Stew is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for a chilly evening or a special occasion.

This article presents you with three variations of this beloved dish: the classic Guinness Beef Stew, a Guinness Beef Stew with a modern twist featuring sun-dried tomatoes and mushrooms, and a hearty Guinness Beef Stew with the addition of dumplings. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a detailed list of ingredients, ensuring that you can recreate these delectable stews with ease. Whether you prefer the traditional version, a more adventurous flavor profile, or the comforting warmth of dumplings, this article has something for every Guinness Beef Stew enthusiast. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

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

BEEF AND GUINNESS® STEW

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The maltiness of dark beer really does amazing things for this gravy. It's a very simple dish, but at the same time it has a deep, complex, rich flavor. I served this in a nice ring of green onion-mashed potatoes. I hope you give this a try, whether for St. Patrick's Day or anytime of the year.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Irish Stew Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

4 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
2 ½ pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 onions, coarsely chopped
½ teaspoon salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.9 ounce) can dark beer (such as Guinness®)
¼ cup tomato paste
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
2 ½ cups chicken stock, or as needed to cover
4 cups mashed potatoes

Steps:

Cook and stir bacon in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until bacon is browned and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn off heat and transfer bacon into a large stew pot, reserving bacon fat in the skillet.
Season beef chuck cubes generously with 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Turn heat to high under skillet and sear beef pieces in the hot fat on both sides until browned, about 5 minutes. Place beef in stew pot with bacon, leaving fat in skillet. Turn heat down to medium; cook and stir onions in the retained fat in the skillet until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes; season with a large pinch of salt.
Cook garlic with onions until soft, about 1 minute; pour beer into skillet and stir with a wooden spoon, scraping up and dissolving any browned bits of food into the liquid. Pour cooking liquid from skillet into the stew pot. Stir in tomato paste, thyme sprigs, carrots, celery, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and enough chicken broth to cover.
Bring stew to a gentle simmer, stirring to combine; reduce heat to low and cover pot. Simmer stew until beef is fork-tender, about 2 hours. Stir stew occasionally and skim fat or foam if desired.
Remove cover and raise heat to medium-high. Bring stew to a low boil and cook until stew has slightly thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove and discard thyme sprigs and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Arrange mashed potatoes in a ring in a serving bowl; ladle stew into the center of the potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 95.7 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 1605.1 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

ULTIMATE BEEF STEW

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Ina Garten couldn't possibly have known when she started working on her latest cookbook how much we'd all need comfort food right now. She came up with the concept for Modern Comfort Food more than two years ago, figuring the book would arrive just before the presidential election and that we might be a bit stressed. "Little did I know that 2020 would bring so much more," she says. "Right now I think we just want really simple comforting foods that make us feel good." In many ways, the book seems meant to be. "It was the easiest one I've ever written. I tend to gravitate toward comfort food anyway, and I found that the book just flowed in a way I don't ever remember." Many of the recipes are the culmination of years of experimentation and taste memories. This beef stew was inspired by the takeout stews Ina and Jeffrey ate in their tent when they camped outside Paris in the spring and summer of 1971. "Over the years I learned a lot about what makes beef stew really delicious," she says. "A nice red wine, short ribs instead of chuck. It's a classic recipe, just done in a more modern way."

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories main-dish

Time 3h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons good olive oil
4 ounces small-diced pancetta
3 pounds boneless short ribs, cut in 1 1/2-inch chunks (4 1/2 pounds on the bone)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup Cognac or brandy
1 cup hearty red wine, such as a Côtes du Rhône or Chianti, divided
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
2 cups chopped fennel, trimmed and cored (1 large bulb)
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, including the juices
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups beef broth, such as College Inn
1 pound carrots, scrubbed and cut 1/2 inch thick diagonally
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed, 1-inch diced
10 ounces frozen peas

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 300˚ F.
Heat the oil in a large (11- to 12-inch) Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until browned. With a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to a plate lined with a paper towel and set aside.
Meanwhile, season the short ribs all over with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Brown half the meat in the Dutch oven over medium heat, turning occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until browned on all sides. Transfer the meat to a bowl and brown the second batch. (Don't cook them all in one batch or they won't brown!) Transfer the second batch to the bowl and set aside.
Off the heat, add the Cognac and 1/3 cup of the wine to the pot, scraping up any browned bits, then simmer over medium heat for one minute. Add the onions and fennel and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes, until the vegetables are tender. Add the garlic and cook for one minute.
Stir the tomatoes and tomato paste into the vegetables. Add the remaining 2/3 cup of wine, the beef broth, the seared meat (and juices), 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover and bake for 1 1/4 hours, checking occasionally to be sure the liquid is simmering.
Degrease the stew, if necessary. Stir in the carrots and potatoes, cover and bake for one hour longer, until the vegetables and meat are very tender when tested with a fork. Just before serving, stir in the peas and pancetta, taste for seasonings and serve hot in large, shallow bowls.

BEEF AND GUINNESS STEW

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Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 3h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 pounds stewing beef
3 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of cayenne
2 large onions, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 tablespoons tomato puree, dissolved in 4 tablespoons water
1 1/4 cups Guinness
2 cups largely diced carrots
Sprig of fresh thyme
Chopped parsley, for garnish

Steps:

Trim the meat of any fat or gristle, and cut into 2-inch cubes. Toss beef with 1 tablespoon of the oil. In a small bowl, season the flour with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Toss meat with seasoned flour.
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over high heat. Brown the meat on all sides. Reduce the heat, add the onions, crushed garlic and tomato puree to the skillet, cover, and cook gently for 5 minutes. Transfer the contents of the skillet to a casserole and pour half of the Guinness into the skillet. Bring Guinness to a boil and stir to dissolve the caramelized meat juices on the pan. Pour over the meat, along with the remaining Guinness. Add the carrots and thyme. Stir and adjust seasonings. Cover the casserole and simmer over low heat, or in a 300 degree F oven until the meat is tender, 2 to 3 hours.
Garnish the beef with parsley and serve.

Tips:

Choose high-quality Guinness for the best flavor; a stout can be substituted if unavailable.
Sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even browning.
Use a Dutch oven or heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid to achieve a tender and flavorful stew.
Add vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, and garlic for a more flavorful and balanced stew.
Use beef broth or stock for a richer flavor; water can be used as a substitute.
Season the stew with salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves for a classic flavor profile.
Simmer the stew for at least 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

The Ultimate Guinness Beef Stew is a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter's day. With its tender beef, savory vegetables, and rich Guinness gravy, this stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy stew recipe, give the Ultimate Guinness Beef Stew a try – you won't be disappointed!