Nutmeg Free Beef and Cabbage Stew

Total time2 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 40 min

4.6

(27)

This hearty, slow-simmered stew is the kind of bowl that warms you from the inside out — tender chunks of beef chuck, sweet potato, carrots, and cabbage all coming together in a rich, golden broth. The turmeric, fresh ginger, and garlic give it a deeply aromatic backbone that feels both comforting and a little unexpected for a classic stew. Searing the beef first is the move that makes all the difference, building a deep brown crust that adds layers of savory flavor to every spoonful. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole pot without overpowering the richness of the bone broth. Many warming stews and spice blends quietly rely on nutmeg to round out their flavor, but this one achieves that same cozy depth through turmeric, ginger, and thyme — no substitutions needed. The cabbage goes in toward the end so it stays tender without turning to mush, soaking up all that fragrant broth beautifully. Finish with a handful of fresh parsley and you've got a satisfying, crowd-pleasing dinner that comes together in one pot.

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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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