Irish Beef Stew

Name: Irish Beef Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 1/2 - 2 pounds beef chuck roast (, trimmed and cut into 1 - 2 inch chunks (or if you can't find chuck roast - use beef stew meat)); 1 -2 teaspoons sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/3 cup flour (, use gluten free flour or arrowroot starch if needed (leave out for keto)); cooking oil; 1 medium onion cut into large chunks; 3-4 cloves garlic (, minced); 6 Tablespoons tomato paste; 1 bottle (, 1 pint 16 oz Guinness Extra Stout); 4 medium Yukon potatoes (, peeled and chopped into 1 inch chunks (sub with turnips or cauliflower for low carb / keto)); 3 medium carrots (, peeled and cut into slices (leave out for low carb / keto)); 2 celery rubs (, chopped); 1-2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 bay leaf; 4 cups beef broth (, homemade or low sodium); water as needed to cover the vegetables; 1-2 Tablespoons fresh chopped parsley for garnish; 1/2 star anise (optional but adds SO much depth and flavor); 1/2 cup peas (, leave out for keto); salt and pepper to taste; Make a slurry with 2 Tablespoons cornstarch or flour (, all purpose, gluten free or arrowroot powder+ 3 tablespoons cool water); Instant Pot (I have the 6 Quart DUO PLUS)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:20min

Irish Beef Stew - a rich, hearty and flavorful Instant Pot recipe made with tender beef, Guinness beer, potatoes, carrots, celery and onions. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any cold day.

Updated at: Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:17:39 GMT