How to Make Simple Slow Cooker Irish Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Irish stew is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations in Ireland. This hearty and satisfying dish is traditionally made with lamb or mutton, potatoes, carrots, and onions, all simmered together in a rich and flavorful broth. It's the perfect meal for a cozy Sunday dinner or a St. Patrick's Day celebration.

For those who love the idea of a delicious, comforting Irish stew but don't have the time to babysit a pot on the stove for hours, a slow cooker version is the ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
  • 6 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 medium yellow onions, sliced
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil. Cook stew meat until browned on all side, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Transfer browned meat to the insert of a slow cooker. Add potatoes, onion, water, bouillon cubes, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and cook on Low power for 8 hours.
  • Nutrition

    394 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 293mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 36mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 980mg