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Keto beef stew with tender meat and vegetables in a deep bowl

Hearty stew with turnips and low-carb vegetables

Keto Beef Stew

Keto Beef Stew

2h 15mMedium

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

2 hr

Total Time

2 hr 15 min

Servings

4

6 cups

Difficulty

Medium

Cost

Moderate

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Keto Beef Stew

Hearty stew with turnips and low-carb vegetables

A rich, slow-simmered beef stew with tender chuck roast, turnips, celery, and a thick savory broth. All the comfort of classic beef stew without potatoes or flour thickener.

15m

Prep Time

120m

Cook Time

135m

Total Time

4

Servings

Medium

Difficulty

Moderate $$

Cost

Main CourseSoup & StewGluten-FreeLow-CarbKeto
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen

March 22, 2025(Updated April 13, 2026)

This keto beef stew proves you can have deep, hearty comfort food without a single high-carb ingredient. Turnips stand in for potatoes and xanthan gum replaces flour for thickening.

Why This Recipe Works

Browning the beef in batches develops a fond on the bottom of the pot that deglazes into an incredibly rich broth. Low, slow simmering breaks down tough connective tissue into melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 medium turnips, peeled and cubed
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat beef cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over high heat.

  2. 2

    Brown beef in batches, searing 2 minutes per side. Do not crowd the pot. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat, add celery and tomato paste, and cook 2 minutes. Deglaze with beef broth, scraping up browned bits.

  4. 4

    Return beef to pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer. Cover and cook 1.5 hours.

  5. 5

    Add turnip cubes and simmer another 30 minutes until turnips and beef are fork-tender. Adjust seasoning and serve.

Serving Suggestions

Ways to Serve This Dish

  • Serve with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal

  • Pair with your favorite grain or bread on the side

  • Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation

Substitutions

TurnipsDaikon radish, cubed

Milder flavor that softens beautifully when stewed

Beef chuckBeef stew meat or short ribs

Short ribs add extra richness from the bone

Tips & Storage

Pro Tips

  • Do not skip browning the beef—this step creates 80% of the stew's flavor.

  • Add 1/4 tsp xanthan gum at the end if you prefer a thicker gravy-like consistency.

Storage

Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Flavor improves overnight.

Reheating

Reheat over medium-low heat on the stovetop until bubbling.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (110mg) · 4 servings

Calories380
LowModerateHigh

A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet

Protein18g
Carbohydrates8g
Fat42g
Fiber580mg
Sugar2g
Sodium4g

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a slow cooker?
Yes, brown the beef first, then cook on low for 8 hours in the slow cooker.
What can I use instead of turnips?
Radishes or kohlrabi both soften when cooked and work as potato substitutes.

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Sarah Chen

About Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.

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