Citric Acid Free Apple & Sage Pot Roast Soup
This hearty, warming soup is the kind of meal that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible — deeply savory beef, sweet apple, earthy parsnip, and fragrant sage all simmering together into something that feels like a hug in a bowl. Avoiding citric acid can be genuinely tricky with soups and stews, since it hides in broths, seasoning blends, and even canned vegetables, but every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, giving you full control over what goes in the pot. The beef chuck is seared in coconut oil until deeply browned, building a rich, layered base that no shortcut can replicate. Apple cider vinegar adds just enough brightness to lift the broth without any citric acid in sight, while Granny Smith apple chunks melt into the soup and add a subtle natural sweetness that balances the savory depth beautifully. Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, and fresh ginger round out the flavor with gentle warmth, and the fresh sage stirred in at the end makes the whole pot bloom with fragrance. After nearly two hours of low, slow simmering, the beef becomes fork-tender and practically falls apart, turning this into a truly satisfying one-pot dinner. A scatter of fresh parsley over the top before serving is all it needs to look as good as it tastes.
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6 servings
- 2 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
- 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt, divided
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch rounds
- 3 stalks celery, sliced ½-inch thick
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 6 cups bone broth
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 8 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp of the salt.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the beef in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side, until deeply browned on at least two sides. Transfer the seared beef to a plate and set aside.
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