BHA & BHT Free Crockpot Garlic Herb Pot Roast
Slow-cooked comfort food doesn't get much more satisfying than a fork-tender chuck roast surrounded by sweet potatoes, carrots, and parsnips in a deeply savory braising liquid. The seasoning here — turmeric, ginger, and sea salt — gives the beef a warm, aromatic crust before it ever hits the slow cooker, thanks to a proper sear in coconut oil that builds real flavor. What makes this recipe work so well for avoiding synthetic preservatives is that every single ingredient is whole and unprocessed: fresh herbs, smashed garlic, 100% pomegranate juice, additive-free bone broth, and coconut aminos instead of conventional soy sauce. Store-bought broths and condiments are common culprits for hidden additives, so specifying homemade or clearly labeled options here is a genuinely smart move. After eight hours on low, the collagen in the chuck roast breaks down completely, turning the braising liquid into a rich, glossy sauce that coats every chunk of beef and vegetable. A handful of fresh parsley scattered over the top at the end keeps things bright and clean. This is the kind of meal that makes the whole house smell incredible and leaves everyone at the table asking for seconds.
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6 servings
For the roast
- 3 lb beef chuck roast
- 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
- 1 medium yellow onion, cut into 8 wedges
- 3 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh parsley, plus more for serving
For the braising liquid
- ½ cup pomegranate juice (100% juice, no added sugar)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 ½ cups bone broth (homemade or additive-free, no pepper)
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the chuck roast completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, turmeric, and ginger, then rub the mixture evenly over all sides of the roast.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the roast and sear undisturbed for 4–5 minutes per side, until a deep brown crust forms and the meat releases easily from the pan. Transfer the seared roast to the slow cooker insert.
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