Guinness Beef Stew

5 from 1 vote

Guinness Beef Stew is a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you're craving a warming indulgent meal. This classic meal is infused with rich flavors of stout, tender chunks of beef, aromatic vegetables, and savory herbs come together in a thick, luscious gravy.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Resting Time 5

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 4

Course: Dinners

Cuisine: American/British

Calories: 732

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

900 grams Diced Beef Chuck or stewing beef
2 tbsp Rice Bran Oil
2 Red Onions
2 Garlic Cloves or 1 tsp of garlic puree
3 large Carrots
3 Celery Stalks
3 large Potatoes
2 tbsp Tomato Puree
500 ml Beef Stock
500 ml Guinness Stout
½ tsp Black Pepper
2 tsp Light Brown Sugar
30 grams All-Purpose Flour
2 tsp Cocoa Powder or cacao
1 tsp Himalayan Salt
2 Bay Leaves
1 tsp Dried Thyme
Fresh Parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

Slow Cooker
Frying Pan
Chopping Board
Silicone Spatula
Weighing Scales
Measuring Spoons
Garlic Press
Mini Chopper
Vegetable Peeler

Method

Preparation

Switch the slow cooker on to low.
Chop or slice the onions. Set aside.
2 Red Onions
Remove potato skin and dice potatoes into large chunks. Set aside.
3 large Potatoes
Slice celery. Set aside.
3 Celery Stalks
Remove carrot skin and slice into large chunks using a knife or a mini chopper. Set aside.
3 large Carrots
Mince the garlic using a knife or garlic press. Set aside.
2 Garlic Cloves
In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the beef chunks in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
900 grams Diced Beef Chuck, ½ tsp Black Pepper, 30 grams All-Purpose Flour, 1 tsp Himalayan Salt
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chunks in batches, then add straight to the slow cooker.
Note: Browning is optional. Alternatively, place the coated beef straight into the slow cooker.
2 tbsp Rice Bran Oil

Oven

Preheat the oven to 150°C, 300°F, Gas 2. Cover and cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours until the beef is tender.

Slow Cooking

Add the onion, garlic, carrots, potatoes, tomato puree, sugar, guinness, bay leaves, thyme, cocoa powder, and stock. Combine well.
2 tbsp Tomato Puree, 500 ml Beef Stock, 500 ml Guinness Stout, 2 tsp Light Brown Sugar, 2 Bay Leaves, 1 tsp Dried Thyme, 2 tsp Cocoa Powder
Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook for at least 6 hours.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Fresh Parsley

Notes

Here are some top tips to help you succeed in making Guinness Beef Stew like a pro:

Guinness Beef Stew pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or Irish soda bread for soaking up the delicious gravy. If you want to keep the stew low-carb, try our keto bread loaf; it's perfect for mopping up excess sauce on your plate.
Fresh vegetables and herbs will contribute the best flavor to your stew. Avoid using wilted, frozen, or old vegetables, as they may affect the overall taste and texture of the dish.
Opt for flavorful cuts of beef, such as chuck or stewing beef. These cuts benefit from slow cooking and become tender and juicy as they simmer in the stew.
Browning is optional. For convenience, place the coated beef straight into the slow cooker. We have found no difference in taste and texture.
If possible, try using Guinness rather than other beers or stouts. It produces the best-flavored stew.
For best results, start slow cooking in the morning so that the stew is ready for dinner after a long day at work. If you're short on time in the morning, you can prepare the stew the night before and refrigerate it overnight.
Refrigerating overnight will allow the flavors to marinate and make it easy to place the pot in the slow cooker in the morning. Switch it on and let it work its magic.
Allow the stew to rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle and meld together, resulting in a more cohesive and delicious dish.