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Hearty Irish Guinness Beef Pie Bursting with Flavor Recipe

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This Hearty Irish Guinness Beef Pie is a rich and flavorful dish combining tender minced beef simmered in a dark Guinness stout and beef stock gravy, all encased in a golden, crispy puff pastry crust. Perfect for a comforting meal that brings traditional Irish flavors to your table.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil – for frying
  • 500 g ground beef (minced beef) – preferably grass-fed
  • 1 large white onion – finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic – minced
  • 2 tbsp all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK) – for thickening
  • 330 ml Guinness stout – dark beer
  • 300 ml beef stock (beef broth or beef bouillon) – homemade or quality store-bought
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 sheet puff pastry – store-bought or homemade
  • 1 egg – beaten, for egg wash
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) to get it ready for baking the pie later.
  2. Brown Beef: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 500 grams of minced beef seasoned with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook the beef until browned, then transfer to a bowl, leaving excess oil in the pan.
  3. Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same pan, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Make Roux and Add Guinness: Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for one minute. Gradually pour in 330 ml Guinness stout, scraping the browned bits from the pan. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes to thicken slightly.
  5. Simmer Beef Mixture: Return the browned beef to the pan. Add 300 ml beef stock, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer then reduce heat and cook uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens into a rich stew.
  6. Assemble Pie: Transfer the beef filling to a pie dish. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cover the dish, sealing edges by pressing with a fork and trimming any excess pastry.
  7. Egg Wash and Vent: Brush the pastry top with the beaten egg to achieve a glossy golden finish. Pierce a small hole in the center of the pastry to allow steam to escape during baking.
  8. Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving to set the filling and ensure safe handling.

Notes

  • Use grass-fed beef for a richer flavor and better nutritional profile.
  • Avoid overfilling the pie to prevent puff pastry from getting soggy.
  • The Guinness stout adds depth and a subtle bitterness that balances the richness of the beef.
  • If puff pastry is not available, a shortcrust pastry can be used but will yield a different texture.
  • Letting the filling simmer slowly helps develop the stew’s flavors and thickens the sauce.

Keywords: Irish beef pie, Guinness beef pie, hearty stew pie, puff pastry pie, traditional Irish recipe

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