Gut Friendly Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
Ground beef and sweet potato come together in one pan for a deeply satisfying meal that feels nourishing from the very first bite. The sweet potatoes turn golden and tender while the beef soaks up a warming blend of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon — spices that are well-loved for their gentle, gut-supportive qualities. Bone broth and coconut aminos add a savory, umami-rich depth without any of the additives or preservatives you'd find in conventional sauces, making this a genuinely clean option. Coconut oil keeps everything dairy-free and easy on digestion, and the whole skillet comes together with straightforward steps that don't require any complicated techniques. The sweet potatoes provide a naturally prebiotic-rich base, and the lean ground beef brings satisfying protein to keep you full and steady. A handful of fresh parsley scattered on top at the end adds a bright, herby finish that lifts the whole dish. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive but asks very little of you — just one skillet and ingredients you can feel genuinely good about.
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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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