Guinness Beef Stew – Hearty, Rich, and Comfortingly Classic

This Guinness Beef Stew is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in rich Guinness stout and aromatic herbs. With deep flavors developed over time and a velvety sauce, it’s perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you crave a warm, satisfying meal. Served with mashed potatoes or crusty bread, this stew is a timeless dish that brings people together.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Robust Flavor – Guinness stout adds a rich, malty depth to the stew.
Tender Beef – Slow cooking ensures melt-in-your-mouth meat.
Hearty Vegetables – Carrots, onions, and potatoes create a classic, balanced stew.
Set and Forget – Ideal for a slow cooker or stovetop simmer, making meal prep easy.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lean beef stew meat, cut into 1½-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup Guinness stout (or another dark beer)
• 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Brown the Beef
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables
In the same pot, add onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

3. Deglaze with Guinness
Pour in the Guinness stout, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

4. Combine Ingredients
Return beef to the pot along with carrots, potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Stir well.

5. Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer gently for 2 to 2½ hours, or until beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.

6. Season and Serve
Remove bay leaves, season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 350
Protein: 35g
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Sugar: 5g
Fiber: 4g

Tips for Success

• Use Lean Beef – Helps reduce fat while keeping the stew hearty.
• Choose a Good Stout – The flavor of Guinness or a similar stout really makes a difference.
• Low and Slow – Patience with slow simmering develops the best texture and flavor.

Why This Recipe Works

The combination of slow-cooked beef, the malty richness of Guinness, and hearty vegetables creates a stew that’s full of complex, comforting flavors. The long simmer tenderizes the meat and melds all ingredients into a deliciously thick sauce.

This Guinness Beef Stew is a warm, filling, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion when you want comfort food with a touch of elegance. Simple to prepare and packed with rich taste, it’s sure to become a family favorite.