Best 3 Irish Stew My Way Recipes

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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.

IRISH STEW



Irish Stew image

Prepare this traditional rich, thick Irish Stew recipe on the stovetop or in the slow cooker for a hearty and delicious comfort food dinner!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon butter
4 slices bacon, chopped
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 lbs. lamb stew meat or beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup Guinness stout or dry red wine
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
Leaves from 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon paprika
2 ½ cups beef broth, plus more as needed
2 large onions, chopped
4 large carrots, peeled and chopped
1 ½ lbs. new potatoes, quartered ((or use russet potatoes, peeled and chopped into ¾-inch cubes))
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, sauté bacon in butter over medium heat until crisp and browned (about 3-5 minutes). Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Pat lamb (or beef) dry with a paper towel.
  • Place the flour in a bowl or large Ziploc bag and season with about ½ teaspoon of kosher salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper. Add the meat and toss to coat well. Remove coated meat from the bowl and discard any extra flour.
  • Sear meat in the butter/bacon fat until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes). Depending on the size of your pot, you may need to work in batches so that the meat can brown without overcrowding.
  • Remove the meat from the pot and add the Guinness (or wine) and vinegar. Cook over medium-high heat, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits.
  • Add bacon and meat back to the pot, along with the tomato paste, brown sugar, garlic, remaining 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, remaining ½ teaspoon of pepper, thyme, bay leaf, paprika, and broth. Stir really well to completely combine. Bring to a boil; then reduce to a low simmer.
  • Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender, about 1 ½ hours. Add the onions and carrots and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and mushrooms and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Add more broth at the end to thin the stew, if necessary. Discard bay leaf; stir in parsley, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve. Garnish with additional fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 244 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 606 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 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

Tips for Making the Best Irish Stew

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to evenly distribute heat and prevent burning.
  • Brown the meat in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
  • Don't skip the step of sautéing the vegetables; it adds depth of flavor to the stew.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to create a more flavorful stew. Some good options include carrots, potatoes, onions, celery, and parsnips.
  • Add a splash of red wine or beer to the stew for extra flavor.
  • Season the stew to taste with salt, pepper, and herbs such as thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Serve the stew hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion

Irish stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is relatively easy to make, and the results are always delicious. By following these tips, you can make the best Irish stew possible.

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