Cinnamon Free Herb-Braised Beef Pot Roast

Total time3 hr 50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time3 hr 30 min

4.6

(14)

Cinnamon Free Herb-Braised Beef Pot Roast

A slow-braised chuck roast is one of those deeply satisfying meals that fills the whole house with an irresistible, savory aroma — and this version delivers every bit of that comfort without a trace of cinnamon. That matters more than it sounds, because warming spice blends and pre-made broths often sneak cinnamon in where you'd least expect it, making a classic pot roast feel off-limits. Here, the depth comes from turmeric, ginger, fresh thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves, so the flavor is rich and complex without any of the sweet-spiced notes that can be a problem. The beef gets a proper hard sear in coconut oil before it ever hits the oven, building a dark, caramelized crust that makes the braising liquid absolutely incredible. Carrots, celery, parsnips, and sweet potatoes go in halfway through, soaking up all those herby pan juices until they're meltingly tender. A splash of apple cider vinegar and bone broth round out the braising liquid with brightness and body. Finished with a scatter of fresh parsley, this is a fork-tender, crowd-pleasing centerpiece that proves you don't need to compromise on flavor to keep things safe.

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Ingredients

6 servings

3 lb beef chuck roast
1 ½ tsp fine sea salt, divided
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed
3 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
2 cups bone broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 bay leaves
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp ground ginger

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Pat the chuck roast thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season all over with 1 tsp of the salt.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven 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 pot. Transfer the roast to a plate.

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