Shellfish Free Herb-Braised Beef Pot Roast

Total time3 hr 50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time3 hr 30 min

4.6

(14)

Shellfish Free Herb-Braised Beef Pot Roast

Few things hit harder on a cold evening than a proper pot roast, and this one delivers deep, slow-cooked comfort from the very first bite. A well-seared chuck roast gets braised low and slow in bone broth spiked with apple cider vinegar, fresh thyme, rosemary, and a warm undercurrent of turmeric and ginger that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Carrots, celery, parsnips, and sweet potatoes join the pot halfway through, soaking up all those savory pan juices until they're meltingly tender. The beef itself becomes so fork-tender it practically falls apart on its own, and the braising liquid doubles as a rich, glossy sauce you'll want to spoon over everything. Since the ingredient list is built entirely around beef, vegetables, and pantry staples, there's nothing here to second-guess — no hidden seafood-derived additives or ambiguous sauces to scrutinize. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end keeps things bright and pulls the whole dish together beautifully. This is the kind of one-pot meal that earns a permanent spot in your dinner rotation.

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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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