Fructose Free Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
This hearty, warming stew is the kind of meal that fills the kitchen with an incredible aroma and genuinely delivers on the promise of comfort food. Tender chunks of beef chuck are seared until deeply browned, then slow-simmered in bone broth with sweet potatoes, carrots, and parsnips until everything is meltingly soft and rich. The spice blend ā turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and garlic ā gives the broth a warmth and depth that feels almost exotic without being overwhelming. Managing fructose intake can make hearty stews tricky, since many recipes lean on high-fructose vegetables, fruit-based sauces, or sweeteners to build flavor. Here, the depth comes entirely from proper searing technique, aromatic spices, and a long, slow simmer ā no shortcuts, no hidden sugars. Sweet potatoes are used in a moderate, measured amount alongside carrots and parsnips, keeping the dish satisfying without tipping into problematic territory. The apple cider vinegar adds a subtle brightness that lifts the whole pot without adding sweetness. This is a genuinely unfussy recipe once the searing is done, and the payoff ā fall-apart beef in a glossy, fragrant broth ā is absolutely worth it. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley for a little color and freshness right before serving.
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4 servings
- 2 lb beef chuck, cut into 1 Ā½-inch cubes
- 1 Ā½ tsp fine sea salt, divided
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Ā½ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 4 cups bone broth
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the beef cubes thoroughly dry with paper towels and season with 1 tsp of the salt.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the beef in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3ā4 minutes per side, until a deep brown crust forms and the pieces release easily from the pot. Transfer the seared beef to a plate and repeat with the remaining batch.
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