Oats Free Coconut Beef and Cabbage Skillet
This hearty skillet is a weeknight powerhouse — savory ground beef, tender cabbage, sweet carrots, and a glossy glaze built from coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and bone broth. The combination of fresh ginger, garlic, and turmeric gives the whole dish a warm, aromatic depth that makes it taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Everything comes together in a single pan, which means less cleanup and more time actually enjoying dinner. For anyone navigating grain-free or oat-free eating, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient is whole and straightforward, with zero hidden fillers or grain-based thickeners to worry about. The coconut oil does double duty here, first searing the beef to a rich brown, then carrying those aromatics into the vegetables without any heaviness. A finishing scatter of fresh parsley brightens the whole bowl and adds a little color to what is already a genuinely satisfying meal.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ small head green cabbage (about 4 cups), cored and thinly shredded
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ 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 ground beef in a single layer and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned throughout with no pink remaining and an instant-read thermometer reads 160°F (71°C), about 7–8 minutes. Transfer the beef to a plate, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil to the skillet. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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