Lake trout with potato risotto
After spectacular culinary journeys across the world’s oceans, Lukas Nagl has found his home port...
Beef stew with Guinness
Ireland's beloved malty stout, adds depth and spice to the tender beef. Combine with fresh root vegetables and herbs to make a hearty stew.
| Ingredients (6 servings) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 500 | g | Beef, coarsely diced into chunks |
| 5 | tablespoon(s) | Potato starch |
| 3 | Onions, diced | |
| Vegetable oil, according to preference, for frying | ||
| 12 | Garlic cloves, chopped | |
| 2 | Pints of Guinness (approx. 1 liter, alternatively dark, strong beer) | |
| 4 | Dried bay leaves | |
| 1 | l | Veal or beef stock |
| 4 | Carrots, roughly diced | |
| 2 | Parsley roots, diced | |
| 1 | stick | Celery, chopped |
| 1 | tablespoon(s) | Chopped fresh thyme |
| 1 | tablespoon(s) | Chopped fresh rosemary |
| 1 | pinch | Salt |
| Freshly ground black pepper | ||
| Chopped fresh oregano (optional, to taste) | ||
| Chopped fresh parsley (for sprinkling) | ||
| Deep-fried carrot or parsnip strips (optional, to garnish) | ||
- First, mix the beef in a bowl with the potato starch until the pieces are evenly coated.
- Sauté the onions in a large saucepan with 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat until they start to brown.
- Add the chopped garlic and sauté briefly.
- Meanwhile, sear the meat in batches in a pan with 2 tsp vegetable oil.
- Add the browned meat to the onions in the pan.
- Gradually deglaze with Guinness, releasing the roasted aromas.
- Add the bay leaves, stock, carrots, parsley roots and celery.
- Season well with thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper.
- Mix everything well and simmer at a low temperature for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender.
- Season to taste again before serving and add fresh oregano if desired.
- Sprinkle individual servings with chopped parsley.
- Garnish with fried carrot or parsnip strips as desired.
- Serve hot – ideally with homemade mashed potatoes.
Tip:
Falstaff Drink Recommendation
Guinness Extra Stout
St. James's Gate Brewery, Dublin, IrelandDark beer is an important ingredient in this stew and goes perfectly with it. With its dark, roasted aromas of cocoa, coffee and malt and a palate that is both refreshing and creamy, Guinness is a fantastic pairing for comforting home cooking.
