AIP Friendly Beef and Cabbage Stew

Total time2 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 40 min

4.6

(27)

This hearty, slow-simmered stew is exactly the kind of deeply satisfying comfort food that feels like it should be off-limits — but every single ingredient here is squarely on the approved list. Beef chuck is seared in coconut oil until a rich brown crust forms, then braised low and slow in bone broth alongside sweet potato, carrots, and green cabbage until everything is meltingly tender. Fresh ginger, turmeric, garlic, and thyme do the heavy lifting on flavor, so there's no need for nightshade-based spices or any of the usual pantry shortcuts that can quietly derail an elimination protocol. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the broth and adds a subtle depth that makes the whole pot taste like it simmered all day — because it did. The result is a stew that's genuinely nourishing, with collagen-rich broth and a pile of anti-inflammatory vegetables in every bowl. It serves four, making it a smart batch-cook option for a week when you need reliable, protocol-friendly meals ready to go.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1.5 lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp ground turmeric
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch rounds
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cups bone broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ small head green cabbage, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp fine sea salt.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer, working in two batches if needed to avoid crowding, and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Transfer the seared beef to a plate and set aside.

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