Honey Free Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
This one-pan dinner hits that perfect balance of hearty and wholesome — savory ground beef paired with tender sweet potato cubes, all warmed through with turmeric, ginger, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon. The depth of flavor here comes from layering those spices directly into the beef and finishing everything in bone broth and coconut aminos, which adds a subtle umami richness without any sweetener in sight. Many skillet recipes sneak in honey or maple syrup to balance the spices, but this one lets the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes do that work instead. Coconut oil gives the potatoes a gorgeous golden sear before they go back in to soak up all that savory braising liquid — it's a small step that makes a big difference in texture. Everything comes together in a single skillet, which means less cleanup and more time actually enjoying dinner. A handful of fresh parsley scattered over the top before serving keeps things bright and a little bit fancy without any extra effort.
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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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