Slow Cooker Irish Beef Stew
2023-02-11- Cuisine: Irish
- Course: Main Dish
- Skill Level: Advanced
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- Yield: 8
- Servings: 8
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 8:00 h
- Ready In: 8:10 h
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Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
536 -
Carbohydrates
26.1 g -
Cholesterol
136.3 mg -
Fat
28.5 g -
Fiber
4.5 g -
Protein
42.8 g -
Saturated Fat
10.5 g -
Serving Size
1 -
Sodium
561.1 mg -
Sugar
6.3 g -
Trans Fat
3.5 g -
Unsaturated Fat
2.2 g -
Potassium
1311.9 mg
Slow cooker Irish beef stew. Enjoy a delicious, hearty meal with minimal effort using this easy Irish beef stew. All the ingredients are combined in the slow cooker and left to simmer all day for a tender, flavorful stew that will fill your home with an amazing aroma.
What is Irish Beef Stew and How Does it Taste?
Irish Beef Stew is one of the most popular dishes in Ireland and is a staple of Irish cuisine. It is a slow-cooked dish that combines beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, and other vegetables in a savory sauce. The stew has been around for centuries and has become an integral part of Irish culture.
This dish is easy to make, and it can be varied with the addition of other vegetables like leeks, parsnips, or mushrooms.
Health Benefits of Eating Homemade Irish Beef Stew
Eating homemade Irish beef stew is one of the healthiest and most delicious meals you can prepare. It is packed with nutritious ingredients such as carrots, potatoes, onions, and beef that provide essential vitamins and minerals. Not only does it provide a hearty meal but it also offers numerous health benefits. From reducing inflammation to improving digestion, this traditional Irish dish has a lot to offer. In this article, we will explore the various health benefits of eating homemade Irish beef stew.
First, this dish is perfect for battling inflammation. Inflammation is caused by the body’s immune system responding to environmental and microbial triggers. The most common causes of chronic inflammation are stress and a diet high in saturated fat and refined carbohydrates. Eating lean red meat such as beef can help reduce inflammation because it contains omega-3 fatty acids which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Additionally, Irish beef stew provides many other health benefits like improving cognitive function and aiding digestion as well. Next, eating this meal can nourish your entire body with vitamins A through K. Vitamin A helps maintain connective tissues such as bone, cartilage, and blood cells. Vitamin A is also important for eye health and skin health.
Vitamin B-6 helps regulate metabolism which is essential for maintaining a healthy weight and preventing cardiovascular disease.
Vitamin B-12 helps to maintain a healthy nervous system, promotes the formation of red blood cells that carry oxygen around the body, and boosts energy levels throughout the day. Additionally, this meal contains vitamin C which is involved in cellular function as well as protection against infection due to its powerful antioxidant properties.
Lastly, vitamin K consists of many different roles including bone building as well as fighting inflammation in the body!
Slow Cooker Irish Beef Stew
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Ingredients
- 3½ pounds (1.7 kg) beef chuck, cubed
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 yellow onions, peeled and finely diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose (plain) flour
- 3 cups (750 ml) beef broth
- 1¼ cups (300 ml) Guiness beer, divided
- 1½ tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 pound (480 g) carrots, peeled and chunked
- fresh parsley
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Method
Step 1
To prepare the beef, season with salt and black pepper and completely cover it with a layer of flour. Make sure to use all the flour for maximum flavor.
Step 2
Put 1 tablespoon of oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and let it heat up. Working in batches, brown the beef on all sides, then remove browned meat from the oven and transfer it to a slow cooker.
Step 3
Return the pan to heat and add the remaining oil. Add onions, season with salt and black pepper, and saute, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
Step 4
Stir in the tomato paste and garlic. Stir in the beef broth gradually, ensuring to scrape off any residue stuck to the base of the pan. Pour 1/2 a cup of Guinness, the brown sugar, and the fresh thyme into the pan and whisk everything together.
Step 5
Add carrots to a 6-quart (6 L) slow cooker. Gently pour the broth over the beef and vegetables.
Step 6
Cover the pot and cook on a low-heat setting for 6-8 hours. Once done cooking, stir in the last 3/4 cups of Guinness and freshly cut parsley. Sample the dish and tweak it with salt and pepper according to your preference.
