Oats Free Apple Cider Pot Roast

Total time3 hr 50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time3 hr 30 min

4.7

(10)

This is the kind of slow-braised comfort food that makes the whole house smell incredible for hours. A well-seared chuck roast gets nestled into a Dutch oven with sweet unfiltered apple cider, bone broth, and a warm spice blend of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon — then it braises low and slow until it's fall-apart tender and deeply flavorful. Chunky carrots, parsnips, celery, and onion soak up every bit of that fragrant braising liquid, turning into soft, savory bites that are just as satisfying as the beef itself. Every single ingredient here is naturally grain-free, so there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden fillers sneaking into your pot roast the way they sometimes do in packaged seasonings or store-bought broths. Coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar add a subtle depth and brightness that rounds out the richness of the meat without relying on anything processed. The braising liquid doubles as a gorgeous, glossy sauce — just skim, taste, and spoon it generously over everything before serving. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end keeps it feeling fresh and a little fancy with almost zero extra effort.

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Ingredients

6 servings

3 lb beef chuck roast
1 ½ tsp fine sea salt, divided
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed
3 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 medium parsnips, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 ½ cups unfiltered apple cider (not hard cider)
1 cup bone broth
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp coconut aminos
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf
½ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Pat the chuck roast thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season all over with 1 tsp of the salt.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the roast and sear undisturbed for 4–5 minutes per side, until a deep brown crust forms and the meat releases easily from the pot. Transfer the roast to a plate.

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