Keto Beef Stew

This Keto Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender beef, aromatic spices, and a medley of low-carb vegetables, making it a perfect meal for anyone following a ketogenic diet. Inspired by Lebanese culinary traditions, this stew is both comforting and satisfying, without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Beef chuck - 400 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Beef broth - 500 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the beef cubes to the pot, browning them on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the sliced carrot, diced celery, and diced zucchini, stirring well to combine.
6. Sprinkle the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the mixture, stirring to coat the vegetables and meat evenly.
7. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and beef broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
8. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.
9. Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Low in carbohydrates, helping to maintain ketosis for weight loss.

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