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Seriously Good Guinness Beef Stew

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This rich and hearty Guinness beef stew is made with melt-in-your-mouth tender chunks of beef, vegetables, and a flavorful gravy enriched with Guinness stout. It’s the ultimate one-pot comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and easy to prepare with simple ingredients.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: Irish
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

4 tablespoons vegetable oil, or more as needed

2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup flour

5 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 (11.5-ounce) bottle Guinness Stout beer

4 cups beef stock (plus more if needed)

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

4 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

2 medium onions, peeled and cut into large chunks

1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks (5 to 6 carrots)

4 ribs celery, cut into large chunks

8 ounces small waxy potatoes (about 20)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (148°C).
  2. Pat beef dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Lightly coat in flour.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. In batches, sear beef until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low and add garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in the Guinness and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Add beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Return beef and any juices to the pot. Cover and transfer to oven for 1 hour.
  7. Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
  8. After 1 hour, add sautéed vegetables and potatoes to the pot. Cover partially and return to oven for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until beef is fork-tender.
  9. Remove from oven. Skim excess fat, remove thyme stems, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Can be made with dark beer, red wine, or coffee instead of Guinness.
  • For a gluten-free version, skip the flour or use a gluten-free alternative.
  • Optional add-ins include mushrooms or leeks.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
  • Stew can be made a day ahead and reheated — flavor improves overnight.

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