Description
A hearty and comforting Vegan Irish Stew made with savory Gardein beefless tips, rich Guinness stout, and tender vegetables simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth. This plant-based take on the traditional Irish classic is perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs wonderfully with crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 1 bag Gardein beefless tips
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups Guinness stout
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
Thickening Slurry
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and sauté onion. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Brown the beefless tips. Add Gardein beefless tips to the pot and sauté for 4 minutes until slightly browned. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage. Then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Add herbs and spices. Stir in the dried rosemary, thyme, and ground black pepper. Cook for 1 minute while stirring constantly to release their aroma.
- Pour in the stout beer. Slowly add the Guinness stout to the pot and stir to combine all ingredients well.
- Add broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and vegetables. Stir in the vegetable broth, tomato paste, and vegan Worcestershire sauce. Add the chopped carrots and potatoes. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Simmer the stew. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Thicken the stew. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually pour the slurry into the stew while stirring continuously until the stew thickens to your desired consistency. You may not need to add all the slurry.
- Season and serve. Taste the stew and add salt if needed, depending on the broth’s saltiness. Serve the hot stew with crusty bread and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy your comforting vegan Irish stew!
Notes
- You can substitute the Gardein beefless tips with TVP chunks, mushrooms, lentils, or beans. Use 2-3 cups of your chosen alternative.
- If you cannot use beer, replace it with more vegetable broth or alcohol-free beer, though the flavor will differ slightly.
- Store leftover stew in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Adjust seasoning at the end as the broth and Worcestershire sauce may contain salt.
- For extra flavor, garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
