If you need to avoid gluten due to Celiac disease or a gluten intolerance, you may have difficulty branching out beyond a basic steak-and-potatoes style of beef dish. While beef itself contains no gluten, frequently the spices, seasonings and additives that are used in beef recipes do. Try any of these gluten-free recipes to create a new twist on an old family favorite.
Gluten-Free Beef Stew Recipe
This beef stew recipe uses a slow cooker, so it is not only gluten-free and delicious, it is also simple to make.
- Makes six servings
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 8 - 10 hours
- Slow cooker setting: low
Ingredients
- 1 pound stew beef
- 1 large bunch kale
- 1/2 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 bunch fresh dill
- 1 bunch fresh rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 24-ounce container of gluten-free beef stock, like Pacific Natural Foods
Instructions
- Layer the ingredients into a slow cooker in the order shown. There is no need to brown the beef ahead of time, eliminating the need to flour it.
- Set the slow cooker to "low" setting.
- Allow the stew to cook for eight to ten hours.
Gluten-Free Meatloaf
While meatloaf traditionally relies on breadcrumbs to get its texture, it can also use other grains, like oatmeal to do the same thing.
- Makes four servings
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Bake time: 40 minutes
- Oven temp: 375
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup gluten-free quick cook oats
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup of fresh vegetables such as spinach or asparagus (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the beef, oats, egg, cheese, oil and spices. Stir until very smooth.
- Grease the bottom of the baking pan and spoon on roughly half the mixture so that it covers the bottom of the pan evenly.
- Layer on some fresh vegetables if desired.
- Spoon the rest of the meatloaf mixture on top of the veggies.
- Bake for 40 minutes at 375 degrees until lightly browned on top.
Gluten-Free Taco Filling
Traditional taco seasonings rely heavily on gluten-containing fillers. This recipe is savory and flavorful but contains no gluten. Serve it with your favorite gluten-free taco shells.
- Makes four servings
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon grape seed, or other high heat oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 small piece of fresh horseradish, grated
- 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free Worcestershire sauce
- 8 ounces fresh salsa
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan.
- Add the onion and saute over high heat until translucent.
- Add the beef and cook until fully browned.
- Stir in the tomato, horseradish, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, spices and salsa.
- Turn the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Serve with your favorite taco sides.
Enjoy All Your Comfort Foods Again
Add traditional recipes back into your repertoire with these gluten-free options. These delicious alternatives will make you wonder why you ever thought you needed gluten in your food in the first place.
