BHA & BHT Free Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
This hearty one-pan meal brings together golden sweet potato cubes, savory ground beef, and a warm spice blend that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed — ground beef, fresh sweet potatoes, garlic, onion, and spices you measure yourself — so there's no need to scan labels for synthetic preservatives like BHA or BHT that often sneak into packaged seasonings, broths, and cooking oils. Coconut aminos and bone broth add a deep, slightly savory richness without relying on anything from a bottle that might carry unwanted additives. The Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger give the dish a gently warming, almost aromatic quality that feels cozy without being overpowering. Cooking the sweet potatoes separately first means they get a little caramelized color before finishing tender in the broth, which makes a real difference in texture. Everything comes together in a single skillet, which keeps cleanup minimal and the flavors nicely concentrated. It's the kind of satisfying weeknight dinner that doesn't ask much of you but delivers every single time.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 ½ lb sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- ½ cup bone broth
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp of the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the sweet potato cubes in a single layer and cook, stirring every 2–3 minutes, until lightly golden on the outside and just beginning to soften, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil to the same skillet. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute, watching closely so it does not brown.
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