Comments on: Vegan Irish Stew

By: Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 20:02:51 +0000

In reply to Brady. Thank you for the kind review Brady, and so happy you loved the stew!! :)

By: Brady

Brady — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 20:51:54 +0000

So glad I stumbled upon this recipe. I feel like so many vegan stew recipes call for some sort of beef replacement and I prefer a whole food approach to my food. Also, I wonder if the folks who think this is too bitter aren't regular beer drinkers... one can of Guinness was perfect for me! Threw this over some buttered rice and it was soooo good!

By: Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 17:11:38 +0000

In reply to Rae. Hi Rae! To add lentils to the stew, simply stir in ½ to 1 cup of dried lentils along with the other vegetables. You may need to add a bit more vegetable broth and cook a little longer (about 15-20 minutes) until the lentils are tender. Enjoy!

By: Rae

Rae — Sat, 30 Nov 2024 19:59:24 +0000

In reply to Deb Richard. Any thoughts on adding lentils? Maybe cooking beforehand...

By: Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:53:30 +0000

In reply to Pia. Hi Pia, that is why I added the note for step 1: "Please note that some people find this recipe bitter. I love the bitter taste, but if you do not like bitter flavors here are my tips: make sure you use a beer you like the flavor of, if you don't like it before it goes in the soup, you won't like it in the soup. You can start with less beer to taste or replace the beer completely with a vegan beefless broth. If you find the finished soup too bitter try adding fat such as 1 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, or vegan butter and some sweetness such as 1 - 2 tablespoons brown or white sugar, agave, or maple syrup." I hope that helps.

By: Jess @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Jess @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 02:48:10 +0000

In reply to Mary. You'd likely have delicious results if you cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours.

By: Pia

Pia — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 19:22:39 +0000

Way too bitter had to throw this away I have made vegan irish stew before use half the amount of stout- trust me on this

By: Mary

Mary — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 15:16:05 +0000

If I wanted to crock pot the recipe how long would I have to cook it?

By: Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 21:05:45 +0000

In reply to Melanie. So thrilled you love it, Melanie! Ooh, soy curls or tofu would both work great. If adding tofu, I recommend making the crumbles from this recipe and stir them into the stew at the end. If using soy curls, soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes, squeeze them really well, pan-fry in oil until crispy, and then add them to your bowls of stew just before serving. Enjoy!

By: Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 21:02:17 +0000

In reply to Deb Richard. So happy you loved it Deb!!

By: Melanie

Melanie — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:05:21 +0000

I made this last week and it was incredible! Love the bitterness that you describe! I also made vegan soda break to pair with it, yum! I will definitely make it again but will add tofu (or soy curls?) so there is some good chewiness to it. Yum yum!!

By: Deb Richard

Deb Richard — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:51:43 +0000

Made this tonight. I didn’t have Guinness but had a can of Busch. I also threw in some vegan ground, a small can of mixed beans and a sweet potato in place of parsnips. Used what I had. It was absolutely delicious over some mashed potatoes. Thanks for the recipe. I’ll definitely make this again

By: Jess @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Jess @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 02:39:24 +0000

In reply to Ellen. Thanks for sharing! We're happy you were able to customize it for your ingredients and taste buds.

By: Ellen

Ellen — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:50:06 +0000

I cooked it longer and added more powdered stock to thicken it as it was a little runny. Added more sweetness and salt as it was very bitter and a little bland. A good base recipe to start from, does end up being a very tasty stew.

By: Laura

Laura — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 22:38:10 +0000

I enjoyed this as a base recipe for vegetarian stew, though I found the veg very firm after 15 minutes. I ended up leaving it to simmer for a whole hour while I made some beer bread and it was nicely cooked after the hour. I did end up adding extra carrot and mushrooms to use some up, and used a few Tbsp butter instead of oil, and added a bit of worchestershire sauce and soy sauce. Very yummy with beer bread

By: Sam Turnbull

Sam Turnbull — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:26:25 +0000

In reply to Dede. Wonderful! So happy you love it Dede :)

By: Dede

Dede — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 21:12:10 +0000

I made this last year and loved it, also added some "beef" seitan I made. Made it again yesterday and having it again tonight!

By: Yanic

Yanic — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:19:26 +0000

In reply to Jess @ IDTLC Support.

This is a go to for us every St Paddy's Day! Perfect recipe... make vegan soda bread with it to dip in. YUM!

We use Alcohol-Free stout beer and the taste is perfect. Even the kids love it.

By: Swash‍☠️B

Swash‍☠️B — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:16:20 +0000

In order to get the full flavor of the tomato paste it should be sautéed with the soffritto.

A huge umami boost is adding one tablespoon of marmite.

By: Sam Turnbull

Sam Turnbull — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:52:31 +0000

In reply to David Morgan. Hi David, sure, but you would need to make sure that the lentils simmer in the soup long enough to cook. You will also probably have to add more vegetable broth or water as the lentils will absorb a lot. Enjoy!

By: David Morgan

David Morgan — Sat, 20 Jan 2024 20:54:31 +0000

Could I add a cup of dried lentils to this?

By: Jess @ IDTLC Support

Jess @ IDTLC Support — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 03:08:02 +0000

In reply to Thinki. You can omit the beer, if need be. You can use mushroom broth in its place.

By: Thinki

Thinki — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 03:14:55 +0000

Is there a beer substitute?

By: Dawn

Dawn — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 03:39:40 +0000

OMGosh!!! I have made this recipe multiple times. It is so delicious. My husband, who is a devout meat and potato eater, ate it and thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for all of the work that you do for those of us who like to cook. I was a big foodie before becoming vegan. Not so much now with the offerings at most restaurants. But with your recipes, especially this one, I am starting to feel my “foodie” mojo returning. LOL

By: Jess @ IDTLC Support

Jess @ IDTLC Support — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 02:18:02 +0000

In reply to Anne-Marie. We're glad it warmed you up!

By: Anne-Marie

Anne-Marie — Sat, 04 Nov 2023 15:15:18 +0000

I made this last night, for the second time. So hearty, warming and delicious for this chilly, wet November weather in the UK.

By: Hilary

Hilary — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:14:14 +0000

Best stew ever So filling, perfect for the colder weather. I mixed a little bit of curry powder with anything left over for a pasty filling. Delicious.

By: Róis

Róis — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:04:36 +0000

In reply to Cindy. I am Irish and this is a lovely take on our classic stew for those that don’t eat meat (including myself). Naturally love Guinness but not all do but not putting too much in is key if there are non-Guinness likers out there. Thanks, Sam! Another great recipe

By: beth adams

beth adams — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 20:22:38 +0000

love your recipes and this one does not disappoint. Thank you for your efforts to create wonderful recipes for all. *the jump to recipe links are not working.

By: Jess @ IDTLC Support

Jess @ IDTLC Support — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 01:45:51 +0000

In reply to E. Terrific!

By: E

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 22:24:59 +0000

Very yummy stew recipe! it's also very easy and scalable, which is a plus in my book. only downside is that it can be a little labor intensive if you're scaling up the stew since it requires a lot of chopped vegetables. somebody could probably cheat it with chopped frozen veggies though. I used Dragon's Milk stout since the store didn't sell Guinness, and it was still delicious 🙂

By: Jess @ IDTLC Support

Jess @ IDTLC Support — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 11:40:00 +0000

In reply to Crystalyn. Yummy! Sounds delicious!