Carrageenan Free Ginger-Scallion Beef Hash Bowl
Warm, savory, and built around bold aromatics, this beef hash bowl layers golden sweet potato and ginger-kissed ground beef over a bed of lightly crisped cauliflower rice for a meal that feels both nourishing and genuinely satisfying. The flavor comes from a short list of clean, whole-food ingredients — fresh ginger, garlic, scallions, coconut aminos, and a splash of apple cider vinegar — so there's no need to reach for any processed sauces or condiments that might sneak in unwanted additives. Carrageenan, a thickener commonly found in dairy alternatives, canned coconut milk, and certain condiments, is completely off the table here since every ingredient is straightforward and unprocessed. Coconut oil does the heavy lifting throughout, giving the sweet potato cubes a gorgeous caramelized edge and keeping the whole dish dairy-free without any substitutes. The technique is simple but intentional — letting each component cook undisturbed long enough to develop real color and texture before everything comes together in the skillet. A finish of fresh scallion greens, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime lifts the whole bowl and makes it feel restaurant-worthy. This is the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive, tastes even better, and leaves you feeling good about every single thing in it.
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4 servings
For the hash
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 lb sweet potato (about 1 large), peeled and cut into ½-inch dice
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- 4 scallions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For the cauliflower rice
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 1 ½ lb), cut into florets
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor in two batches until broken down into rice-sized pieces, about 8–10 pulses per batch. Do not over-process — the pieces should resemble coarse grains, not a paste.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a large saucepan or second skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the riced cauliflower and ¼ tsp salt, spread into an even layer, and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes, then stir and cook for another 3–4 minutes until the cauliflower is just tender and any excess moisture has evaporated. Remove from heat, cover to keep warm, and set aside.
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