Low Sodium Whole30 Smoky Pot Roast Stew

Total time3 hr 30 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time3 hr 10 min

This stew is deeply savory in a way that comes entirely from technique and spice, not from a shaker. Chunks of beef chuck are seared hard until deeply browned, then simmered low and slow with onion, carrots, and celery until everything turns fall-apart tender. Smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and a touch of cayenne build serious depth, while tomato paste and fire-roasted tomatoes add richness and a little tang to the broth. Baby potatoes soak up all that flavor as they simmer, turning creamy and soft by the time the beef shreds at the touch of a fork. Finished with fresh thyme, bay leaf, and a scatter of parsley, it's a hearty, warming bowl that proves flavor doesn't have to come from added salt. It's a great option for anyone following a low-sodium or added-salt-free way of eating who still wants a bold, comforting stew.

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Ingredients

6 servings

2 ½ lb beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
1 ½ tsp salt
Morton Salt Substitute - 3.125 Oz MySALT The Original Salt Substitute
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Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
2 cups beef broth
1 lb baby potatoes, halved
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf

For serving

2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with the salt and black pepper.
2
Heat 1 tbsp of the avocado oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer, working in two batches to avoid crowding, and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Transfer the seared beef to a plate and set aside.

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