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Quick and easy Irish Beef Stew in the Instant Pot with tender chunks of beef, potatoes, and a rich Guinness-infused broth.
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There are some things that I’d like you to know about this Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew:
- It’s the kind of quick and easy meal that helps you forget that it’s single digit temps outside because it warms you up from the inside out.
- I’m obsessed – with both this Irish Beef Stew, and my Irish Potato Soup. I see a trend here… ☘️
- It’s the ultimate cozy meal – perfect for a chilly night or a festive St. Patrick’s Day feast.
- It absolutely must be served with crusty bread of some sort! I’ll forgive you if you don’t go this route, but trust when I tell you it’s the right thing to serve with it. You’ll want some bread to soak up every last drop.
Why You’l Love This Irish Beef Stew in the Instant Pot
- One-pot meal: my favorite! Minimal cleanup means more time to enjoy your alone time, or family time, or however you like to spend your evenings!
- Rich and savory: the combo of Guinness beer, herbs, tender beef — it’s perfection!
- Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day – might I recommend you celebrate with this or my Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe?
There’s nothing quite like a bowl of Irish Beef Stew to bring comfort on a chilly evening. Let’s head to the kitchen and make this!
❤️ Ashley
irish beef stew (instant pot) ingredients
This stew is made with simple ingredients that come together to create an incredibly flavorful stew. The key to its rich taste if beef chuck, which becomes tender and juicy when it is pressure cooked.
how to make Irish beef stew:
Here is a brief overview of how to make Irish Beef Stew, along with step-by-step photo. The full written recipe is in the recipe card below.
prepare and brown the beef:
Chop the beef into chunks, then brown it in batches so that the Instant Pot ins’t overcrowded. There will be browned bits on the bottom of the Instant Pot which only adds flavor! If you’re short on time, skip this step!
prep the veggies and sautè the onion and garlic
Cut carrots into rounds, cut baby carrots into half (or bite sized pieces depending on size), and chop an onion. Sautè the onion until soft and golden then add garlic and cook for a bit longer. Then add in tomato paste, fish sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
deglaze with Guinness
Pour in the Guinness beer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add in broth, carrots and potatoes.
add herbs then pressure cook
Add fresh thyme and a bay leaf, then pressure cook on high for 35 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
thicken
Corn starch and water is used to thicken the stew. Allow the stew to simmer a bit longer until thickened. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if you wish, and serve with crusty bread for the perfect cozy meal!
tips for the best Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew
- Use Guinness beef – it adds a rich deep flavor. You can substitute with more beef broth if preferred.
- Don’t skip browning the beef – unless you’re short on time! If time allows, this enhances the flavor.
- Adjust thickness – a cornstarch slurry is going to thicken up this stew nicely. Alternatively, you can thicken it with mashed potatoes. Just stir it right into the broth.
what to serve with beef stew
Beef stew is so hearty and comforting, and there are some great options to serve with it:
- Breads for dipping: crusty French bread or garlic bread are my favorites.
- Salad: a side salad is a great option for serving with beef stew!
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can freeze for up to 3 months – just thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
This Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew is perfect for a cozy dinner or celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. The Instant Pot does all of the hard labor – only minimal effort is needed to make this recipe. Give it a try and let me know what you think! Enjoy!
Irish Beef Stew in the Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef stew meat
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups yellow onion chopped
- 2 cups carrots cut into rounds
- 1 pound baby potatoes cut in half
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 16 ounces Guinness beer
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 sprigs thyme
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: chop beef into bite-sized chunks and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Brown the Beef: Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function on high. Once hot, add 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil. Add half of the beef to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides. Repeat with the remaining beef, adding more olive oil if necessary. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Sauté the Onion: Add the remaining 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil to the pot. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and lightly golden.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add Tomato Paste and Sauces: Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
- Deglaze with Guinness: Pour in the 16 ounces of Guinness beer and stir to deglaze the pot, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.
- Add Beef and Veggies: Return the browned beef to the pot. Add 1 pound of carrots, 1 pound of halved baby potatoes, 1 bay leaf, and 3 sprigs of thyme. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and stir to combine.
- Pressure Cook: Close the Instant Pot lid and ensure the valve is set to “Sealing.” Cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
- Release Pressure: Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
- Thicken the Stew: In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Stir this mixture into the stew, set the Instant Pot to the sauté function, then continue to stir until the stew thickens to your desired consistency.
- Adjust seasoning to taste adding more salt and pepper if needed. Serve.
