Paleo Beef Stew with Peas

Indulge in the hearty comfort of this Paleo Beef Stew with Peas, a gluten-free, grain-free classic made to warm your soul. Featuring melt-in-your-mouth chunks of grass-fed beef chuck roast, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and sweet peas, and a rich, savory broth infused with bay leaf and fresh thyme, this stew strikes the perfect balance of wholesome nutrition and bold flavor. The recipe uses coconut oil as a paleo-friendly fat and skips traditional thickeners, keeping it clean and healthy while still delivering a full-bodied texture. With just 20 minutes of prep and slow-simmered goodness over two hours, this stew offers the perfect make-ahead meal for cozy nights. Serve it piping hot as a one-pot, paleo-approved dinner your whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 3 medium, sliced carrots
• 2 sliced celery stalks
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 cup frozen peas

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef chuck roast into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes to the pot, working in batches if necessary, and brown them on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Return the browned beef to the pot.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and add the tomato paste, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Add the bay leaf and fresh thyme sprigs to the pot.

Step 9

Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Step 10

Fifteen minutes before serving, stir in the frozen peas and allow them to cook through.

Step 11

Should you feel the stew needs more seasoning, adjust with additional salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2929.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2980.7

Total Fat 213.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 7027.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 192.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 521.8mg	0%
Iron 31.2mg	0%
Potassium 5843.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 10.9%