Xanthan Gum Free Beef and Cabbage Stew

Total time2 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 40 min

4.6

(27)

This is the kind of deeply satisfying, stick-to-your-ribs stew that makes you want to leave a pot simmering on the stove all afternoon. Chunks of beef chuck are seared until a serious crust forms, then slow-simmered with sweet potato, carrots, and cabbage in a rich bone broth until everything is meltingly tender and full of flavor. Fresh ginger, turmeric, and garlic build a warm, aromatic base that makes this feel far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. For anyone navigating thickener-free cooking, this stew is a natural win — the sweet potato and long simmer time do all the work, creating a broth that's hearty and satisfying without any additives. Apple cider vinegar adds a subtle brightness that keeps the richness in check, and the cabbage soaks up every bit of that savory liquid as it cooks down. It's a one-pot meal that genuinely delivers on comfort, and a scatter of fresh parsley at the end pulls the whole bowl together beautifully.

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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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