Looking for a traditional Irish meal, look no further than my Instant Pot Guinness Beef Stew Recipe!
Pressure Cooker Guinness Beef Stew-My mother-in-law gave me this recipe. I think she got it when she had the opportunity to visit the Guinness Factory. It has been tweaked over the years, and now it is one of my husband’s family’s favorite recipes. This soup also serves as a tribute to my mother-in-law, who loved traveling.
It serves as a great winter meal and as great food to serve on St. Patrick’s Day. You will find it is a nice flavorful and hearty stew. Instant Pot Guinness Beef Stew is also a great easy-to-make and hardly any cleanup since it is in the Instant Pot. It also is a HUGE timesaver.
I love a good meaty beef stew in the middle of the winter; living in the Northeast temperature gets really cold, I mean freezing. We are talking about negative 20 degrees on a January day. So there is nothing like an old-fashioned beef stew to really warm you up.
Ingredients Needed For Instant Pot Guinness Beef Stew Recipe
Here are the simple ingredients, to make Instant Pot Irish Beef Stew With Guinness.
- Beef Stew Meat: Use either chuck, short ribs, or brisket.
- Seasoning/Spices: Salt, Black Pepper, Minced Garlic, Rosemary, and Thyme
- Vegetables: Onions, Carrots, and Red Potatoes
- All-Purpose Flour: You can use gluten-free or almond flour
- Butter: Use unsalted butter
- Beef Broth and Guinness Beer: Provide the broth.
- Worcestershire sauce: Adds richness to the broth.
- Soy Sauce: Use low-sodium soy sauce
- Brown Sugar: Adds some sweetness to the soup
- Tomato Paste: Helps thicken the soup
How To Make Instant Pot Guinness Beef Stew
Here are the step-by-step instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, place the meat and coat it with flour and salt, and pepper. Make sure it’s coated on each side. Place the butter in the Instant Pot and press the sauté button. Wait until the butter is melted, and then add the meat. Brown, the meat on each side, making sure it does not overcook.
Then mix the beef broth, beer, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, tomato paste, rosemary, and thyme. Place the carrots, potatoes, and onions into the Instant Pot. Mix well. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and close the steam valve. Press the “meat/stew” button (it should be set for about 35 minutes on high pressure) After it beeps, let it come down naturally. Open up the Instant Pot, stir and serve.
Instant Pot Guinness Beef Stew Recipe Tips
- Beef To Use: The best part of the beef stew is the meat; if you give a quick sear to the meat, you will have a more flavorful dish. To sear your meat, just
add the olive oil to the Instant Pot bowl, press the saute button, allow the bowl to heat up, and then take your meat and saute it for a few minutes. - Slow or Natural Release: For more flavor, let the beef stew naturally release, as it allows for all of the flavors to come together.
- Want A Thicker Stew? For a thicker stew, add a cornstarch slurry at the end, and mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. While the stew is hot, mix the cornstarch slurry into the soup. The beef stew will thicken up.
add the olive oil to the Instant Pot bowl, press the saute button, allow the bowl to heat up, and then take your meat and saute it for a few minutes.Instant Pot Guinness Beef Stew Recipe Faqs
Can I use a different type of beer for this recipe? Yes, you can substitute Guinness with another dark beer or stout, but the flavor profile might vary. For a non-alcoholic option, use beef broth or a dark non-alcoholic beer.
Can I make this stew ahead of time? Absolutely! This stew can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
How do I adjust the recipe for a larger or smaller crowd? To increase the recipe, simply multiply the ingredients accordingly. For a smaller batch, you can halve the ingredients. Adjust cooking time if needed, but keep an eye on the consistency of the stew.
Can I use a different cut of beef? Yes, you can use other cuts like chuck roast or round steak. Ensure they are cut into bite-sized pieces and adjust the cooking time as needed.
What if I don’t have any beef broth? You can use water as a substitute for beef broth, but the stew will be less rich in flavor. Consider adding extra seasonings or a beef bouillon cube if using water.
How can I thicken the stew if it’s too thin? If the stew is too thin, you can thicken it by using a cornstarch slurry (mix 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with cold water) and stirring it into the stew. Allow it to cook for a few more minutes until thickened.
Can I add other vegetables to the stew? Yes, feel free to add other vegetables like parsnips, turnips, or mushrooms. Just ensure they are cut into similar sizes for even cooking.
How do I prevent the beef from becoming tough? To prevent tough beef, ensure you use a cut suitable for stewing, like chuck, and allow the Instant Pot to do its work by cooking on the stew setting. Avoid overcooking, as that can make the beef tough.
Can I use frozen beef for this recipe? It’s best to thaw the beef before cooking to ensure even cooking. However, if using frozen beef, add a few extra minutes to the cooking time and ensure it is fully thawed before serving.
How do I adjust the seasoning? Taste the stew after cooking and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or herbs as needed. Remember that flavors can develop and intensify after sitting for a while.
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Instant Pot Guinness Beef Stew
Description
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef stew meat
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 bottle Guinness beer, 11.2 ounces
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 large onion, peeled and diced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 pound red potatoes, peeled and quarterd
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, place the meat and coat it with the flour and salt and pepper. Make sure it’s coated on each side.
- Place the butter in the Instant Pot and press the sauté button.
- Wait until the butter is melted, and then add the meat. Brown, the meat on each side, making sure it does not overcook.
- Then put the beef broth, beer, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, tomato paste, rosemary, and thyme, mix well.
- Place the carrots, potatoes, onions into the Instant Pot.
- Mix well.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot and close the steam valve.
- Press the “meat/stew” button (it should be set for about 35 minutes on high pressure)
- After it beeps, let it come down naturally.
- Open up the Instant Pot, stir and serve.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Wooden Spoon
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Susan Kirwan
This recipe is just delightful. Hubby is not an onion fan so I use celery instead. We are big Guinness beer fans so always have a bottle or two in the fridge. Wonderful comfort food and very easy to prepare. Tried some other similar recipes and this is by far the best. Often requested by grown up kids and friends when visiting. I serve with a baguette and love having the leftovers for lunch if there are any!