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Irish Stew

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Irish Stew ~ A plant-based Irish stew made with simple seasonings, onions, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory Guinness beer broth.  via @thiswifecooks

Irish Stew ~

This plant-based Irish stew is made with simple seasonings, onions, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory Guinness beer broth.

An easy one-pot dinner perfect for a chilly day or your St. Patrick’s Day celebration!

Irish Stew ~ A plant-based Irish stew made with simple seasonings, onions, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory Guinness beer broth.

I like this easy Irish stew recipe because it’s straightforward, hearty, and satisfying.

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  • Ingredients for Vegan Irish Stew
  • Ingredient Variations
  • How to Make Vegan Irish Stew
  • Tips for Success
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  • Irish Stew
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Nutrition

Ingredients for Vegan Irish Stew

You will need:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons garlic
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 pounds baby yellow potatoes, cut in halves about 2-inches
  • 2 cups baby carrots
  • 3 cups vegan beef-style broth
  • 1/2 cup Guinness, or other Irish stout beer
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

Ingredient Variations

Potatoes: Red potatoes also work well with this recipe and add a nice pop of color. Russet potatoes can also be used but keep in mind that adding brown potatoes to brown stew means the presentation will not be as pretty.
Vegetable Add-Ins: Parsnips, leeks, cabbage, and peas are not generally used in traditional Irish stew but they can be a good way to add additional bulk to the stew.
Red Wine: Adding a glug or two of a full-bodied red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon adds another layer of flavor depth to the broth. Just don’t get too carried away with it.😉

Irish Stew ~ A plant-based Irish stew made with simple seasonings, onions, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory Guinness beer broth.

How to Make Vegan Irish Stew

STEP ONE: Into a large soup pot over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions. Cook, stirring frequently for 3 minutes, or until softened.

STEP TWO: Add the garlic and continue cooking for an additional 30 seconds. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat.

STEP THREE: Add the potatoes and carrots. Stir in beef-style broth, beer, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, thyme, and black pepper.

STEP FOUR: Bring just to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, or until vegetables are fork-tender. Remove cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes, until broth is thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning to taste.

STEP FIVE: Spoon into soup bowls, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.

Irish Stew ~ A plant-based Irish stew made with simple seasonings, onions, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory Guinness beer broth.

Tips for Success

  • Keep your potatoes chunky, about 2 inches in diameter. Cutting them too small will result in mushy potatoes and no one wants that.
  • Choose a strong stout Irish beer. I used Guinness Extra Stout and it was perfect. It added nice flavor without overpowering the dish.

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Irish Stew ~ A plant-based Irish stew made with simple seasonings, onions, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory Guinness beer broth.
Irish Stew ~ A plant-based Irish stew made with simple seasonings, onions, carrots, and potatoes simmered in a savory Guinness beer broth.

Irish Stew

A plant-based Irish stew that's perfect for chilly days or your St. Patrick's Day celebration!
5 from 19 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Irish
Keyword: dairy free, St. Patrick’s Day, stew, vegan
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 247kcal
Author: Holly Gray
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 2 teaspoons garlic
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 pounds baby yellow potatoes cut in halves about 2-inches
  • 2 cups baby carrots
  • 3 cups vegan beef-style broth
  • 1/2 cup Guinness or other Irish stout beer
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Into a large soup pot over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions. Cook, stirring frequently for 3 minutes, or until softened.
  • Add the garlic and continue cooking for an additional 30 seconds. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat.
  • Add the potatoes and carrots. Stir in beef-style broth, beer, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, salt, thyme, and black pepper.
  • Bring just to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, or until vegetables are fork-tender. Remove cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes, until broth is thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Spoon into soup bowls, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1124mg | Potassium: 1235mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 9415IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. Theo

    April 4, 2022 at 9:43 pm

    Dear Holly,

    Worcertershire sace is not vegan

    Reply
    • thiswifecooks

      April 4, 2022 at 9:45 pm

      Hi! There are vegan Worcestershire sauces on the market. My personal favorite is The Wizard’s brand. Hope this is helpful!

  2. tianna

    March 15, 2023 at 6:28 pm

    5 stars
    love that this is completely plant based

    Reply
  3. Gina Abernathy

    March 15, 2023 at 7:35 pm

    5 stars
    Such an easy and tasty dinner recipe. Total comfort food in a bowl. This makes me want to grab a blanket and dig in.

    Reply
  4. Nancy

    March 16, 2023 at 4:32 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect t for this weekend. We loved this comfort stew that’s filling and hearty

    Reply
  5. Katie

    March 18, 2023 at 12:25 pm

    5 stars
    This Irish stew is incredible! I love the flavors and how veggie-packed it is. SO freaking good!

    Reply
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