Description
Low Carb Keto Beef Stew is a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish made with tender beef, low-carb vegetables, and a rich broth. This keto-friendly stew is the perfect comfort food, offering all the savory goodness of traditional beef stew without the carbs.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 medium carrots, sliced (optional for a low-carb version, or use a smaller amount)
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small turnip or rutabaga, peeled and cut into cubes (a great low-carb substitute for potatoes)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat in batches, searing it on all sides until browned. Remove the beef and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth, then add the carrots, celery, turnip (or rutabaga), thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Taste the stew and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra texture and flavor, you can add more low-carb vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or cauliflower.
- Try using lamb or pork in place of beef for a different flavor profile.
- If you’d like a spicier version, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
- If you’re watching your sodium intake, use low-sodium broth or homemade bone broth for a healthier base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5-2 hours
- Category: Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg