Description
A cozy and comforting Instant Pot Irish Stew packed with tender meat, hearty vegetables, and a deeply savory broth—all in under an hour! This quick take on the classic dish delivers rich, slow-cooked flavor in a fraction of the time.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs lamb or beef stew meat, cut into chunks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup Guinness beer (optional, or use extra broth)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 2 bay leaves
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Sear the Meat:
- Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode. Add olive oil and brown the meat in batches. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté the Aromatics:
- Add onions, garlic, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 more minute.
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Deglaze the Pot:
- Pour in Guinness (if using) or some broth. Scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
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Pressure Cook:
- Return the meat to the pot. Add potatoes, carrots, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release the rest.
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Final Touches:
- Stir the stew. For a thicker consistency, mash a few potatoes into the broth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with crusty bread.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit Guinness and replace with extra broth.
- For a thicker stew, mash some potatoes into the broth before serving.
- For extra depth, add a splash of red wine or balsamic vinegar.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg