Low Carb Tomato Braised Pot Roast
Discover the perfect blend of flavors in our Tomato Braised Pot Roast recipe. This low-carb delight, featuring tender beef chuck roast, is slowly cooked to perfection in a spicy tomato-based sauce. Enhanced with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and aromatic garlic, each bite is a journey through savory and spicy notes. Ready in about 3-4 hours, this dish offers 6 servings, each packed with 40g of protein and only 6g of carbs, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome, low-carb meal. Whether you're hosting a dinner or enjoying a cozy family meal, this Tomato Braised Pot Roast is sure to impress!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup beef broth low sodium
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (no added sugar)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste no added sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper.
- In a large ovenproof pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the roast and sear on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and thyme.
- Return the roast to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and place in the preheated oven. Cook for 3-4 hours or until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Servings: 6
Calories per Serving: Approximately 450
Protein per Serving: 40g
Carbs per Serving: 6g
Servings: 6
Calories per Serving: Approximately 450
Protein per Serving: 40g
Carbs per Serving: 6g
