Capsaicin Free Cranberry-Orange Pot Roast Soup
This hearty, slow-simmered soup brings all the soul-warming comfort of a classic pot roast but with a bright, fruity twist that makes it genuinely exciting to eat. Tender chunks of beef chuck are braised low and slow until they practically fall apart, surrounded by sweet potato, carrots, and parsnips that soak up every bit of that rich, fragrant broth. The combination of cranberry juice, fresh orange zest, and a touch of honey gives the liquid a beautiful depth — savory and slightly tart with just enough sweetness to balance the earthy root vegetables. For anyone navigating capsaicin sensitivity, soups and braises can be a minefield of hidden heat from spice blends, store-bought broths, or seasoning shortcuts. This recipe sidesteps all of that by building bold flavor through turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and aromatic herbs — no pepper, no chili, no heat-forward spices anywhere in the pot. The bone broth is specifically called for additive-free and pepper-free, which is exactly the kind of detail that makes a real difference when you're cooking for a sensitive system. Fresh cranberries stirred in near the end burst open and deepen the broth into something almost jewel-toned and deeply satisfying. A handful of flat-leaf parsley on top adds a clean, fresh finish that ties the whole bowl together beautifully.
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6 servings
For the soup
- 2 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 cup unsweetened cranberry juice (100% juice, no additives)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 large orange, zested and juiced (about ⅓ cup juice)
- 4 cups bone broth (homemade or additive-free, no pepper)
- 3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the beef chunks dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp fine sea salt. Heat the coconut oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 2
Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the beef in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side until deeply browned on at least two sides. Transfer the seared beef to a plate and repeat with the remaining pieces.
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