How do you make Irish stew? Irish stew starts with cubes of stew meat, which are browned in a pan. After the meat is golden brown, it’s time to add onions and garlic, which cook until softened. The next step is to stir in carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, beer and seasonings.
Instead of lamb, today’s Irish beef stew recipe uses beef chuck roast, Guinness stout, potatoes, carrots, onions and peas. Feel free to substitute any of the ingredients with what you like or have on hand.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE WITH BEEF STEW AND IRISH STEW? Irish stew is traditionally made with Guinness beer, mature lamb (year old) or mutton, potatoes, onions, and water, and is simply cooked low and slow.
Jamie Oliver's warming 'dark and sticky' stew is full of comforting flavours of lamb, sausage and Guinness. This budget-friendly recipe is great for feeding a hungry crowd, or make a big batch to last you through the week.