Name: Traditional Irish Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 45 min
Total time: 2 h 5 min
Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients: 1 pound beef (chuck shoulder or stew meat), cut into 1‑inch chunks, seasoned with salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons avocado oil; 1 large white or yellow onion, cut into large chunks; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all‑purpose flour; 3 cups low‑sodium beef broth; A few sprigs of fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme); 16 ounces mushrooms, washed and quartered; 4 stalks celery, cut into large chunks; 5 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks; 10 red potatoes (about 2 pounds), cut into big chunks; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; Black pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley, for garnish

Description

Discover the comforting flavors of Traditional Irish Stew, a hearty one‑pot dish featuring tender beef, root vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings, this classic recipe brings authentic Irish cuisine to your table with rich, savory broth and melt‑in‑your‑mouth meat.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound beef (chuck shoulder or stew meat), cut into 1‑inch chunks, seasoned with salt and pepper
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 large white or yellow onion, cut into large chunks
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all‑purpose flour
3 cups low‑sodium beef broth
A few sprigs of fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
16 ounces mushrooms, washed and quartered
4 stalks celery, cut into large chunks
5 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
10 red potatoes (about 2 pounds), cut into big chunks
½ teaspoon kosher salt
Black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Season the beef with salt and pepper, then toss with flour to coat.
Heat avocado oil in a large pot over medium‑high heat and brown the beef on all sides; remove and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, add butter, and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
Stir in thyme and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms begin to brown.
Return the beef to the pot, pour in beef broth, and bring to a simmer.
Add carrots, celery, and potatoes; season with kosher salt and additional black pepper.
Cover and simmer gently for 1½–2 hours, or until the meat is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute lamb for beef or use a combination of both. If you prefer a thicker broth, increase the flour to ¼ cup. Leftovers taste even better the next day and reheat well. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Category: B
Method: Simmer
Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, Irish recipe, hearty, cold weather