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Pot Irish Stew

Easy and Comforting Instant Pot Irish Stew for Cozy Nights

This comforting Instant Pot Irish Stew captures the heartwarming flavors of traditional recipes in just over an hour, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Stewing Cubes Lamb can be substituted for traditional flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Flour Swap with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Canola oil is a great alternative.
  • 1 large Onion Shallots work well for a milder taste.
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold Potatoes Russet potatoes create a fluffier stew.
  • 3 medium Carrots Use any type of carrots available.
  • 2 stalks Celery Consider substituting with fennel.
  • 12 ounces Guinness Beer Any stout beer works; use beef broth for non-alcoholic option.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used, with a conversion of 1 clove = 1/8 tsp powder.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season and prepare the beef by generously seasoning with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour for browning.
  2. Sear the beef in olive oil in the Instant Pot on 'sauté' mode for about 5 minutes, browning all sides.
  3. Sauté the chopped onions for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Deglaze the pot by adding Guinness and Worcestershire sauce, scraping browned bits off the bottom.
  5. Return the beef to the pot and add potatoes, carrots, and celery, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Close the lid and pressure cook on high for 35 minutes.
  7. Release the pressure naturally or quickly, letting it settle for 15 minutes for enhanced flavors.
  8. Stir the stew, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow the stew to rest for at least 15 minutes after cooking to meld flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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