Walnut Free Beef and Cabbage Stew

Total time2 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 40 min

4.6

(27)

This hearty, soul-warming stew is built around tender chunks of beef chuck, sweet potato, carrots, and cabbage all simmered low and slow in a rich bone broth until everything melts together beautifully. The combination of fresh ginger, turmeric, and garlic gives the broth a deeply aromatic backbone that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Searing the beef first is the secret weapon here — that deep brown crust locks in flavor and gives the finished stew a richness that tastes like it took far more effort than it did. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole pot and keeps the broth from feeling heavy, even after a long simmer. Tree nut concerns can make a lot of cozy, spiced stews feel off-limits, but every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of any nut-based oils, flours, or thickeners — no substitutions needed. This is the kind of one-pot meal you'll want to make on a Sunday and eat all week, especially topped with a handful of fresh parsley for a little color and freshness.

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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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