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Beef Stew (Low-Carb)

This hearty beef stew is the perfect way to warm up on a chilly day. It's low-carb, full of rich flavor, and so easy to make — everything comes together in one pot!
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • pounds beef stewing meet, (cubed)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup onion, (diced)
  • 2 carrots, (cut into rounds)
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 4 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 pound turnips, (cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  • Heat a cast iron dutch oven over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil.
    2 tablespoons canola oil
  • Season the beef with salt and pepper.
    1½ pounds beef stewing meet, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Add the beef to the pan in a single layer and sear for a few minutes until well browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
  • Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan, then add the onions, carrots, garlic, and fresh thyme. Mix well and cook until the onions are tender.
    1 cup onion, 2 carrots, 2 cloves garlic, 4 fresh thyme sprigs
  • Add the vinegar. Scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the dutch oven.
    2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Add the broth, beef, bay leaves, turnips, and butter. Mix well, then bring everything to a boil.
    4 cups low-sodium beef broth, 2 bay leaves, 1 pound turnips, 2 tablespoons butter
  • Once the mixture is boiling, reduce to a simmer. Cook for 45 - 60 minutes until the turnips and beef are tender.

Notes

This recipe is for 4 servings.
Leftover stew can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
I recommend reheating slowly in a large pot over the stove.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Beef Stew (Low-Carb)
Amount per Serving
Calories
414
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
 
7.1
g
36
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6.2
g
Cholesterol
 
130.8
mg
44
%
Sodium
 
823
mg
34
%
Potassium
 
330
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
15.1
g
5
%
Fiber
 
3.9
g
16
%
Sugar
 
7.4
g
8
%
Protein
 
44.7
g
89
%
Net carbs
 
11.2
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.