Instant Pot Irish Stew

instant pot irish stew

Step-by-Step Guide on how to make Instant Pot Irish Stew (Instant Pot Guinness Stew). Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with this Hearty Irish Beef Stew packed with incredibly deep & rich flavors.

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St Patrick’s Day is a time to remember one of Ireland’s patron saints, Saint Patrick, and to celebrate Irish heritage & culture.

Beef up your stew to the next level and celebrate with this Irish Guinness Beef Stew!

Instant Pot Irish Stew

Traditional Irish Stew is commonly made with lamb or mutton, onions, potatoes and water. Nowadays, it’s also common to make it with beef.

This Irish Stew Instant Pot Recipe:

  • Amazing textures & flavors: Tender, deeply-flavored beef in a rich and thick gravy, finished with hints of Irish Guinness aroma.
  • Easy & Convenient: We’re using the Pot-in-Pot Method to make this an “One Pot Meal”. So you can cook the Stew and Mashed Potatoes in the same pot at the same time!

As we were testing the recipe, the aroma was amazingly delicious that even our neighbor came by to ask what we were making! hehe~

The depths of flavors make it tastes like it has been stewing on the stove for the whole day.

instant pot guinness stew

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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make Instant Pot Irish Stew

What you need for making Irish Stew in Instant Pot:

instant pot irish stew ingredients

Chuck Roast

Chuck roast is one of the most suitable cuts to cook in Instant Pot or pressure cooker. For best results, use a well-marbled chuck roast.

  • Other Common Names: Top Blade Pot Roast, Shoulder Roast, Beef Blade Roast, Braising Steak (in UK).

FAQ: Can I use other cuts of beef?

Beef Brisket is also a good choice for cooking this Irish beef stew. But it’ll take a longer pressure cooking time (Pressure Cook at High Pressure for around 70 minutes).

Irish Guinness Draught Beer

Beautiful dark brown color . Creamy . Smooth mouthfeel . Mild aroma & taste

Guinness Draught Beer - Irish Dry Stout style beer brewed in Ireland

ah~ This is not a commercial break sponsored by Guinness Beer. hehe~

Guinness is an Iconic Irish Dry Stout style beer originated in Ireland. We’ve incorporated it into our Irish Stew Instant Pot Recipe for extra character.

It adds a unique dimension of body, aroma, and flavors to the stew.

Soy Sauce & Fish Sauce

Soy Sauce and Fish Sauce are not traditional ingredients in an Irish Stew recipe. But they’re classics in Amy + Jacky’s recipes! 😉

A small amount will elevate the flavor profile to the next level! Don’t worry! They won’t make your beef stew tastes fishy. Try and see what you think!

Amy + Jacky’s Tips! For best results, use high-quality fish sauce & soy sauce.

Unsalted Chicken Stock vs. Beef Stock

We’re using unsalted chicken stock instead of beef stock mainly because store-bought chicken stock usually tastes a lot better than most store-bought beef stock. But if you have homemade or high quality beef stock, use it instead of chicken stock.

70% Dark Chocolate

The 12 grams of dark chocolate will enrich, add depth of flavors, and body to your beef stew. Don’t worry! You won’t be able to taste the chocolate in the stew.

FAQ: Can I skip all the sauté steps and dump everything in Instant Pot?

Yes, you can dump everything in Instant Pot, then Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 32 minutes. But if you want to beef up your stew, give it some time and labor of love.

Time-Saving Tip! Save time by preparing the ingredients while the Instant Pot is heating up and browning the chuck roast.
Step 1

Brown Chuck Roast Steak

First, heat up Instant Pot by using the “Sauté More” function. Wait until the Instant Pot says “HOT”.

Amy + Jacky’s Tip! Make sure the Instant Pot is as hot as it can be to induce Maillard reaction.

instant pot saute more

Pat dry the chuck roast, season one side of the beef generously with salt and ground black pepper.

Now, drizzle 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil in Instant Pot. Ensure the oil is coating the whole bottom of the pot.

Carefully place the seasoned side of chuck steak in Instant Pot. Generously season the other side with salt and ground black pepper.

brown chuck roast steak

Now, brown one side of the beef for 7 minutes before flipping over, then brown the other side for another 7 minutes.

Finally, set aside the beautifully browned chuck steaks in a large container.

FAQ: Why brown the chuck steak as a whole before cutting it up?

  • Retain More Moisture: Browning the whole chuck steak retains more moisture because there’s less surface area.
  • Save Time – Brown Faster & Better: Since the maillard reaction excels in a dry and high heat environment, the chuck steak will brown faster and better compared to cubed stew.
  • Richer & More Flavorful: The caramelized flavors from browning are one of the secrets to a rich & flavorful beef stew.

Step 2

Make Umami Chicken Stock Mixture

While the beef is browning in Instant Pot, mix 1 tbsp (15ml) Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp (15ml) regular soy sauce, 1 tbsp (15ml) fish sauce, 1 tbsp (16g) tomato paste with ½ cup (125ml) unsalted chicken stock.

Step 3

Sauté Vegetables

First, add 1 tbsp (15ml) of olive oil in Instant Pot if necessary.

Add in sliced onions and shallots, then sauté until soften (~1 min).

Add in minced garlic cloves, then stir for roughly 30 secs until fragrant.

saute vegetables

Add in the quartered mushrooms, then sauté for another 3 mins.

Finally, season with salt and ground black pepper if desired.

Step 4

Deglaze Instant Pot

Now, pour ½ cup (125ml) Guinness draught in Instant Pot, then completely deglaze the bottom of the pot by scrubbing the flavorful brown bits with wooden spoon.

deglaze

Then, pour in the remaining ½ cup (125ml) Guinness draught.

Step 5

Pressure Cook Vegetables

Add 1 bay leaf, 2 sprigs thyme, 1 sprig rosemary, 12g 70% dark chocolate, russet potato chunks, carrot chunks and chicken stock mixture in Instant Pot. Mix well.

pressure cook vegetables

Close lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing position.

Pressure Cooking Method: Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 4 minutes, then Quick Release.

Open the lid carefully.

Remove half of the carrot chunks & all mushrooms from Instant Pot, then set aside.

FAQ: Why remove half of the carrots & all mushrooms from the Instant Pot?

We purposely perfectly cooked all the vegetables, then separate them into two batches.

One batch stays in the pot to enhance flavors and acts as a natural thickener for the stew. While the other batch is removed and added back at the end to add body & mouthfeel to the gravy.

Step 6

Cut Chuck Steak

While the vegetables are pressure cooking, cut the browned chuck roast into 1.5 to 2 inches thick cubes.

Place all cubed beef and the flavorful meat juice back in the large mixing bowl.

Cubed chuck steak

Now, add 1.5 tbsp (12g) flour in mixing bowl, then mix well with the cubed beef.

*Note: Your Instant Pot can get up to pressure with a small amount of flour.
Step 7

Pressure Cook Beef Stew & Potatoes

Place cubed beef and all its meat juice in Instant Pot.

Partially submerge the beef in the liquid without stirring, because you don’t want too much flour in the liquid at this point.

Layer a stainless-steel bowl filled with halved Yukon gold potatoes on top of the beef.

Irish stew in Instant Pot

Close lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing position.

Pressure Cooking Method: Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 32 minutes, then Natural Release for 10 minutes

After 10 minutes, release the remaining pressure by turning the Venting Knob to Venting position.

Remove the lid carefully. Then, set aside the stainless steel bowl.

Step 8

Thicken Instant Pot Irish Stew and Add Vegetables

First, discard bay leaf and the herbs.

Press Sauté button. Then, breakdown the mushy russet potatoes with wooden spoon.

Now, stir to thicken the Irish beef stew.

thicken Irish Beef Stew

Add sautéed mushrooms, and the previously set aside carrots in the pot.

Taste and season with salt and ground black pepper if necessary.

Step 9

Make Mashed Potatoes

Amy + Jacky’s Tip! It’ll be easier if you drain and transfer the potatoes to a larger mixing bowl.

First, mash the cooked Yukon gold potatoes with a potato masher.

pot in pot mashed potatoes

Then, mix in 100ml whole milk and 1 to 2 tbsp (14g – 28g) unsalted butter.

Finally, season to taste with salt & pepper.

Step 10

Serve Instant Pot Irish Stew

Yes! You did it! Garnish your Irish Stew with some Italian Parsley.

Serve this rich and deeply-flavored Irish beef stew with mashed potatoes!

Irish beef stew Instant Pot

What to Serve with Instant Pot Irish Stew

We crafted this Instant Pot Irish Stew recipe with the Pot-in-Pot Mashed Potatoes, so you can enjoy an easy one pot meal.

But if you’re not making the pot in pot mashed potatoes, there are lots of side dishes you can serve with this flavorful stew.

Enjoy this rich hearty Instant Pot Irish Stew!

Take care, Amy + Jacky

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Instant Pot Irish Stew

Author: Amy + Jacky
Step-by-Step Guide on how to make Instant Pot Irish Stew (Instant Pot Guinness Stew). Celebrate St Patrick's Day with this Hearty Irish Beef Stew packed with incredibly deep, rich flavors.
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Servings 4 - 6
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
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Ingredients

  • ~2 pounds chuck steak (1.5 inches thick)
  • 1 large onion , roughly sliced
  • 1 medium shallot , roughly minced (Optional)
  • 4 medium garlic cloves , roughly minced
  • 8 cremini mushrooms , quartered
  • 1 large russet potato , cut into 8 pieces
  • 2 medium carrots , cut into chunks
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 12 grams 70% dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • tablespoon (12g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (250ml) Guinness draught
  • Italian parsley for garnishment , finely chopped (Optional)

Umami Chicken Stock Mixture

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Instructions 

  • Brown Chuck Roast Steak: Heat up Instant Pot by using “Sauté More” function. Wait until Instant Pot says “HOT”.
    Pat dry chuck roast, season one side of beef generously with salt and ground black pepper. Drizzle 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil in Instant Pot. Ensure the oil is coating the whole bottom of the pot. Carefully place seasoned side of chuck steak in Instant Pot. Generously season the other side with salt and ground black pepper.
    Brown one side of the beef for 7 minutes before flipping over, then brown the other side for another 7 minutes. Set aside browned beef in a large container.
  • Make Umami Chicken Stock Mixture: While chuck steak is browning in Instant Pot, mix 1 tbsp (15ml) Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp (15ml) regular soy sauce, 1 tbsp (15ml) fish sauce, 1 tbsp (16g) tomato paste with ½ cup (125ml) unsalted chicken stock.
  • Sauté Vegetables: Add 1 tbsp (15ml) of olive oil in Instant Pot if necessary.
    Add sliced onions & shallots, then sauté until soften (~1 min).
    Add minced garlic cloves, then stir for roughly 30 secs until fragrant.
    Add quartered mushrooms, then sauté for another 3 mins. Season with salt and ground black pepper if desired.
  • Deglaze: Pour in ½ cup (125ml) Guinness draught and completely deglaze the bottom of the pot by scrubbing the flavorful brown bits with wooden spoon. Pour in remaining ½ cup (125ml) Guinness draught.
  • Pressure Cook Vegetables: Add 1 bay leaf, 2 sprigs thyme, 1 sprig rosemary, 12g 70% dark chocolate, russet potato chunks, carrot chunks and chicken stock mixture in the pot. Mix well.
    Close lid and pressure cook at High Pressure for 4 minutes and Quick Release. Open the lid carefully.
  • Cut Chuck Steak: While the vegetables are pressure cooking, cut chuck steak into 1.5 to 2 inches thick cubes. Place all cubed beef and meat juice back in the large mixing bowl. Add 1.5 tbsp (12g) flour in mixing bowl and mix well with the beef.
  • Pressure Cook Irish Stew & Yukon Gold Potatoes: Set aside half of the carrot chunks & all mushrooms from Instant Pot.
    Place cubed beef and all its juice in Instant Pot. Partially submerge the beef in the liquid without stirring, because you don’t want too much flour in the liquid.
    Layer a stainless-steel bowl filled with halved Yukon gold potatoes on top.
    Close lid, then turn Venting Knob to Sealing position. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 32 minutes, then Natural Release for 10 minutes. Open the lid.
    Set aside the stainless bowl.
  • Thicken Stew and Add Vegetables: Discard bay leaf and the herbs. Press Sauté button. Breakdown the mushy russet potatoes with wooden spoon. Stir to thicken the stew.
    Add sautéed mushrooms, and the previously set aside carrots in the pot. Taste and season with salt and ground black pepper if necessary.
  • Make Mashed Potatoes: Drain and transfer Yukon gold potatoes to a larger mixing bowl. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher. Mix in 100ml whole milk and 1 to 2 tbsp (14g - 28g) unsalted butter. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
  • Serve: Garnish with Italian Parsley. Serve Irish stew and mashed potatoes. Enjoy~

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Notes

1. Chuck Steak: For best result, use a well-marbled chuck steak!
2. Can I use other cuts of beef? Beef Brisket is also a good choice, but make sure you use a well-marbled beef, and adjust the pressure cooking time.
  • Beef Brisket: Adjust to Pressure Cook at around High Pressure for 70 minutes, then Natural Release.
3. Fish Sauce & Soy Sauce: They won't make your Irish stew tastes fishy yet enhance the overall flavors. Try to use high quality fish sauce & soy sauce for best results.
4. Unsalted Chicken Stock vs. Beef Stock: If you have homemade beef stock or high quality beef stock, use it instead of chicken stock.
5. 70% Dark Chocolate: The 12 grams of dark chocolate will enrich, add depth of flavors, and body to your beef stew. You won't be able to taste the chocolate in the stew.
6. Can I skip all the sauté steps and dump everything in Instant Pot? Yes, you can dump everything in Instant Pot, then Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 32 minutes. But if you want to beef up your stew, give it some time and labor of love.
7. Time Saving Tip! You can prep the ingredients while the Instant Pot is heating up. You should have about 25 mins including the time to brown the chuck steak.
8. Food Safety Tip: Be sure to place the cooked vegetables and mushrooms in the fridge if you intend to leave them out for more than 2 hours.
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Calories: 540kcal
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main
Cuisine: American, Irish
Keyword: guinness beef stew, instant pot guinness stew, instant pot irish beef stew, instant pot irish stew, irish beef stew instant pot, irish stew instant pot, pressure cooker irish stew

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 371mg | Potassium: 1624mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3515IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 10mg
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