Description
Classic Irish Beef Stew is the epitome of comfort food, blending tender beef with rich broth and hearty vegetables. This classic dish is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the flavors of fresh thyme and garlic to meld beautifully, creating a warm and inviting meal ideal for chilly evenings. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, this stew is bound to impress with its rustic charm and satisfying taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into cubes
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 large sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (preferably dry)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides.
- Remove the beef and sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until translucent.
- Add carrots and potatoes; stir to coat in flavors.
- Return beef to the pot; pour in broth and red wine. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in thyme and season with salt and pepper. Cover and let simmer on low for about 2 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow-Cooking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg