This Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew is a comforting and hearty meal, perfect for chilly days. Using an Instant Pot makes it quick and easy, allowing the flavors of tender beef, vegetables, and herbs to meld beautifully in a fraction of the time it would take to cook traditionally.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup Guinness beer or any stout (optional, can be replaced with more beef broth)
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Directions
- Toss the beef cubes with the flour, salt, and pepper.
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the ‘Sauté’ function. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and brown the beef in batches. Set the browned beef aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the Instant Pot. Sauté the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent.
- Add the beef back into the Instant Pot. Pour in the beef broth and Guinness beer. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add the carrots, potatoes, celery, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to ‘Sealing’. Select the ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ function and set the timer for 35 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the cooking time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully turn the valve to ‘Venting’ to release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and remove the bay leaves. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy a bowl of warm, flavorful Irish Beef Stew.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 400-450
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 35g
Prep and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes (includes pressure build and release time)
- Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings
- Serves: 6
This Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew is the perfect comfort food, combining tender beef, hearty vegetables, and rich, flavorful broth. It’s a satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare, making it ideal for a busy weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal.
