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Keto Beef Stew

A hearty and rich keto beef stew that makes weeknight dinners feel like a celebration, perfect for those missing comfort food without breaking their diet.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Keto
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chuck roast Cut into cubes.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning the beef.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped.
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 2 medium carrots Cut into pieces.
  • 2 stalks celery Chopped.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Italian herbs Dried.
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine Optional.
  • 1 cup green beans Frozen, added at the end.
  • 1 to taste salt For seasoning.
  • 1 to taste pepper For seasoning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot with olive oil and brown the beef until it has nice color.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft.
  3. Stir in carrots and celery, mixing well.
  4. Mix in tomato paste and Italian herbs.
  5. Pour in beef broth and optional red wine.
Cooking
  1. Bring to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for at least 1 hour, preferably 2 for tenderness.
  2. After the stew is cooked, add frozen green beans and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Keto beef stew tastes better the next day, store it in an airtight container. For thickening, simmer without the lid for the last half hour or whisk in xanthan gum sparingly.