The Coziest Instant Pot Irish Stew for Chilly Nights
A rich, hearty Irish stew with tender chunks of beef or lamb, hearty root vegetables, and a savory broth infused with herbs. Made in the Instant Pot for a quick and easy take on this classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes (plus natural release)
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Stew meat (beef or lamb) – 1.5 lbs (680g)
- Potatoes – 4 medium, peeled and cubed
- Carrots – 3 large, peeled and chopped
- Onions – 1 large, chopped
- Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
- Fresh thyme – 2 teaspoons (or 2-3 sprigs)
- Beef broth – 4 cups
- Guinness beer (optional) – 1/2 cup
- Worcestershire sauce – 2 tablespoons
- Tomato paste – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
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Sear the Meat: Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat oil. Brown the meat in batches to develop deep, rich flavor. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté the Aromatics: Add chopped onions, carrots, and garlic to the pot. Cook until fragrant, then stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.
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Deglaze and Build the Broth: Pour in beef broth (or Guinness) to loosen browned bits. Add remaining broth, potatoes, and browned meat.
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Pressure Cook: Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes. Let it naturally release for 10 minutes before opening the lid.
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Serve and Enjoy: Stir the stew, adjust seasoning, and serve with crusty bread.
Notes
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Marinate the meat in Guinness and garlic for extra flavor.
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Browning the meat adds depth to the dish.
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Thicken the broth by mashing a few potatoes into the liquid before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg