Irish Spiced Beef Recipe

Name: Irish Spiced Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lbs sirloin tip roast or 6 lbs beef eye round; 3 bay leaves, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground mace; 6 ground cloves; 1 clove garlic, crushed and made into a paste with; salt; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon crushed black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons molasses; 2 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1/2 cup salt; 2 teaspoons saltpeter; 1 bottle Guinness stout

Servings: persons

6 lbs sirloin tip roast or 6 lbs beef eye round
3 bay leaves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground mace
6 ground cloves
1 clove garlic, crushed and made into a paste with
salt
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon crushed black peppercorns
2 teaspoons molasses
2 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 cup salt
2 teaspoons saltpeter
1 bottle Guinness stout

1
Mix all the flavorings and spices together.
2
Place the beef in a large bowl and rub all over with the spice and flavoring mixture.
3
Cover and refrigerate.
4
Rub in the mixture once or twice a day for a week; turn the beef as you repeat the rubbing in process.
5
The spices and flavorings will now be mixed with the juices drawn from the beef.
6
Tie up the meat firmly and place in a large pot.
7
Rub in a last teaspoon of ground cloves.
8
Cover with cold water to which a bottle of Guinness has been added.
9
Simmer gently for 6 hours.
10
Allow to cool in the cooking liquid.
11
When cool, remove from the cooking liquid, place on a serving dish and cover with a weighted plate.
12
Refrigerate until serving time.
13
Serve cold, thinly sliced.

1714

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

Carbs

177

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lbs sirloin tip roast or 6 lbs beef eye round, 3 bay leaves, finely chopped, 1 teaspoon ground mace, 6 ground cloves, and more.

Yes, Irish Spiced Beef falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Irish Spiced Beef

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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