Xanthan Gum Free Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
Warm, savory, and deeply satisfying, this one-pan dinner brings together golden sweet potato cubes, seasoned ground beef, and an aromatic blend of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon for a meal that feels both nourishing and a little exciting. The whole thing comes together in a single skillet, which means less cleanup and more time actually enjoying dinner. For anyone navigating a diet that rules out thickeners and stabilizers, this recipe is naturally clean — every ingredient on the list is a whole food or simple pantry staple, with absolutely nothing added to bind or bulk it up. Coconut aminos and bone broth do the heavy lifting in the sauce department, creating a savory, lightly glossy finish that coats every bite without any additives whatsoever. The sweet potatoes get seared first for a little caramelized edge, then returned to the pan to finish cooking in the broth until they're completely fork-tender and have soaked up all that spiced, umami-rich liquid. A handful of fresh parsley scattered over the top at the end keeps things bright and fresh. It's the kind of weeknight skillet you'll come back to again and again.
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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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