Irish Apple Cider Stew with Mashed Potatoes
Irish Apple Cider Stew with Mashed Potatoes is a comforting, hearty dish that brings together tender beef or pork, vibrant vegetables, and the unique flavor of apple cider in a rich broth. Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this stew is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Its adaptability allows you to customize ingredients based on what you have on hand, making it a delightful meal any time of year.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef or pork (stewing beef or pork shoulder)
- 1 cup dry Irish cider
- 3 medium carrots (chopped)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- ½ cup butter (for mashed potatoes)
- ½ cup whole milk or cream (for mashed potatoes)
Instructions
- Chop the meat into bite-sized pieces and prepare the vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the meat in a splash of oil until golden.
- Add diced onions and carrots; sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Pour in apple cider and beef broth; bring to a simmer for about an hour.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain and mash with butter and milk until creamy.
- Serve the stew over fluffy mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl of stew with mashed potatoes (about 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg