Name: Instant Pot Irish Stew
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients: 1 lb lamb stew meat (or beef stew meat); 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped; 3 carrots, peeled and sliced; 1 onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a lighter version); 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 2 bay leaves; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)

Description

A rich, hearty, and comforting meal with tender lamb (or beef), potatoes, and vegetables all cooked in a savory broth. This Instant Pot Irish Stew is a quick and easy version of the traditional recipe that delivers big flavor in a fraction of the time.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 lb lamb stew meat (or beef stew meat)
4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a lighter version)
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)

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Instructions

Sear the Meat:
Season stew meat with salt and pepper. Turn Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode, add olive oil, and sear the meat in batches until browned on all sides. Remove meat and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
Add more oil if needed. Sauté chopped onions, carrots, and garlic for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Deglaze the Pot:
Pour in beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return seared meat to the pot.
Add Herbs and Potatoes:
Add chopped potatoes, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves. Stir and close the lid. Set valve to “Sealing” and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
Pressure Release:
Once cooking is complete, allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
Taste and Adjust:
Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaves and herb stems. Optionally, mash some potatoes to thicken the stew.
Serve and Enjoy:
Ladle stew into bowls and serve hot. Pair with crusty bread or a green salad.

Notes

Thickening: To thicken, mash a few potatoes in the pot or use a cornstarch slurry.
Herb Substitutes: Use dried thyme and rosemary (half the amount).
Meat Variations: Beef stew meat, pork, or chicken thighs are great alternatives to lamb.
Vegetarian Option: Use extra vegetables (carrots, parsnips) and lentils with vegetable broth.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 70mg