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Slow Cooker Grass Fed Beef Shanks Cabbage Stew

Slow Cooker Grass Fed Beef Shanks Cabbage Stew

Warm up with this Slow Cooker Grass Fed Beef Shanks Cabbage Stew, the ultimate comfort food. Tender beef shanks simmered with earthy cabbage and sweet carrots create a hearty dish perfect for chilly nights. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, make it tonight for a satisfying meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ pound baby carrots
  • 2 medium onions roughly chopped
  • 1 small cabbage about 2 pounds, cored and cut into 8 wedges
  • 7 garlic cloves peeled and smashed
  • 2 Turkish bay leaves
  • 2 center-cut grass fed beef shanks about 2-inches thick
  • Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 15-ounce can of organic diced tomatoes drained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons coconut aminos

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Slow Cooker
  • Peeler
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Dump the baby carrots and onions into the bottom of your slow cooker and layer the cabbage wedges on top. Throw on top the smashed garlic cloves and bay leaves.
  2. Season the beef shanks with kosher salt and black pepper. Feel free to be pretty heavy-handed! Then, plop them on top of the cabbage.
  3. Pour the drained diced tomatoes and chicken broth into the slow cooker. Put the lid and program the slow cooker to low. Let everything cook for about 9 hours.
  4. When it's done, the meat should have pulled away from the bone and the marrow is perfectly cooked. Remove and plate the bones (and delicious marrow), shred the meat, and taste the stew for seasoning. Add some coconut aminos if you think the stew is too sweet. Enjoy!

Notes

Here are some extra notes to enhance your experience with this dish:
  • Storage: This stew keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • Freezing: You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Just ensure to cool it completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container.
  • Pairing: Serve this stew with crusty bread or a fresh garden salad to balance the richness.
  • Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like sweet potatoes or turnips for additional flavor and nutrition.
  • Serving Size: This recipe serves six, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep for the week.