Pecan Free Coconut Beef and Cabbage Skillet
This one-pan dinner is the kind of weeknight meal that looks and tastes like you put in way more effort than you actually did. Ground beef gets browned until deeply savory, then reunited with a tangle of wilted cabbage and julienned carrots that soak up every bit of flavor from the pan. Coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a splash of bone broth create a light, glossy glaze that ties everything together with a subtle sweet-tangy depth. Fresh ginger and turmeric give the whole skillet a warm, aromatic backbone that makes it feel anything but plain. Tree nut allergies can make coconut-forward recipes feel risky, but every ingredient here is straightforward — the coconut oil and coconut aminos are both derived from coconut fruit, not tree nuts like pecans, so you can cook with confidence. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a bright pop of color and freshness right before serving. It's hearty, nourishing, and genuinely satisfying straight from the skillet.
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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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