When it comes to AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) beef recipes, there are many flavorful and nutrient-dense options that comply with the dietary restrictions of the protocol.
Remember to adjust these recipes according to your specific dietary needs and preferences while following the AIP diet guidelines.
Although red meat is normally to be avoided on an AIP diet, you can eat high quality beef if you so chose. Well sourced, high-quality meat provides the body with protein, healthy fats, and energy. Aim to purchase the highest quality of animal protein that you can find and afford. Our Beef Jerky is a good example of high quality beef you can include in your AIP diet, because of its locally sourced thick cuts of 100% American beef, minimal ingredients, and handmade process.
Cooking and finding recipes while on the AIP diet can sometimes seem exhausting because of the restrictive ingredients and lack of inspiration, so we’ve decided to do it for you. If you're looking for simple and tasty AIP beef recipes, we’ve got you covered.
1. Coconut Group Beef Curry with Turmeric
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Onion
- Coconut Milk
- Lime Juice
- Fresh Ginger Root
- Dried Ginger
This is a great simple meal you can make every week and never get bored of. Easy and flavorful, you can most likely throw this together with the ingredients you already have at home. It’s hearty, it’s healthy, and of course, it’s AIP compliant.
Grab the Coconut Group Beef Curry with Turmeric recipe over at Eat Beautiful.
2. One Pan Taco Skillet
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Cauliflower Rice
- Kale
- Zucchini
- Grape Tomatoes
- Green Onion
- Fresh Cilantro
Everyone loves tacos, but not everyone loves the gluten, corn, and cheese that usually comes along with them, especially if you’re following a paleo, whole30, or AIP diet. This dish has all the same deliciousness as normal tacos, just in a one pan skillet instead! Easy, quick, cost effective, and tasty, it doesn’t get much better than this.
Grab the One Pan Taco Skillet recipe over at Unbound Wellness.
3. Instant Pot Chili
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Garlic
- Sweet Potato
- Beet
- Carrots
- Onion
- Oregano
- Bone Broth
- Cilantro
- Avocado
One of the hardest parts of adapting to the AIP diet is not being able to consume nightshades anymore. This eliminates your ability to eat many different comfort foods, like chili. This recipe allows you to still get that warmth and comfort of chili with all the same tasteful flavors, only without all the inflammation. You can’t go wrong.
Grab the Instant Pot Chile recipe over at Unbound Wellness.
4. Sweet Potato Sliders
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Sweet Potatoes
- Coconut Oil
- Avocado
- Arugula
- Pickled Onions
Craving a burger but can’t eat the bun? We’ve got you covered. These fun sliders are totally paleo, whole30, and AIP while still having the feeling of biting into a soft, yummy bun! Top with all your favorite ingredients and you’ve got a delicious and easy weeknight meal.
Grab the Sweet Potato Sliders recipe over at Unbound Wellness.
5. Korean Beef Bowls
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Avocado Oil
- Fish Sauce
- Ginger
- Garlic Cloves
- Carrots
- Orange Juice
- Tapioca Starch
- Green Onion
These Korean beef bowls are quick to make and packed with so many flavors. Taking only 20 minutes to make, start to finish, it’ll quickly become your go-to dish. Did we mention it’s affordable too?
Grab the Korean Beef Bowls recipe over at Lichen Paleo Loving AIP.
6. Ground Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Avocado Oil
- Garlic Powder
- Chopped Onion
- Frozen Broccoli Florets
- Frozen Sliced Mushroom
- Coconut Aminos
Looking for something you can throw together with little to no thought, but still have it come out delicious? Then this recipe is perfect for you. Basically throw together whatever leftover veggies you have in with some ground beef, and you’ve got yourself a healthy, delicious, and AIP friendly one-pan meal.
Grab the Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe over at the Health Nut Mama.
7. Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
Ingredients:
- Beef Stewing Steak
- Red Onion
- Celery
- Mushroom
- Garlic
- Pumpkin Puree
- Bone Broth
- Sweet Potato
- Kale
This beef and sweet potato stew is hearty, rich, comforting, and simply delicious. Perfect for those nights where it gets a little cooler, you’ll find yourself craving this over and over again.
Grab the Beef and Sweet Potato Stew recipe over at Healing Family Eats.
8. Steak Bowl
Ingredients:
- Sirloin Steak
- Sweet Potato
- Cauliflower Rice
- Avocado
- Cucumber
- Baby Spinach
Bowls are some of the best meals because of their simplicity and customization! Throw in all your favorite AIP friendly ingredients and you’ve got a delicious and quick dinner. This steak bowl in particular is healthy, nutrient-dense, filling, and can even be prepped ahead of time if you have a busy week.
Grab the Steak Bowl recipe over at Thriving Autoimmune.
9. Braised Beef and Mushrooms
Ingredients:
- Stew Meat
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Onion
- Celery
- Carrots
- Garlic Cloves
- Arrowroot Starch
- Mushrooms
- Bone Broth
- Thyme
Another comforting dish packed with healthy and AIP compliant ingredients is this braised beef and mushroom dish. It’s thick and full of flavor just like you’d expect from a slow cooked stew. Most of the cook time is just letting the beef become so tender it falls apart, and it’s oh so worth it.
Grab the Braised Beef and Mushrooms recipe at Autoimmune Wellness.
10. Slow Cooker Shredded Beef
Ingredients:
- Beef Chuck Roast
- Coconut Oil
- Yellow Onion
- Ground Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Smoked Paprika
- Ginger Powder
- Oregano
- Bone Broth
- Red Wine Vinegar
This Paleo AIP Slow Cooker Shredded Beef is one of those super easy and incredibly versatile recipes that can be served in so many ways. Perfect for tacos, lettuce wraps, with cauliflower rice, roasted vegetables, or even just by itself, you’ll be satisfied with this dish no matter what.
Grab the Slow Cooker Shredded Beef recipe at Primal Sam.
11. Queso Beef Lasagna
Ingredients:
- Beef
- Minced Onion
- Coconut Milk
- Unripe Bananas
- Oregano
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Baby Kale
- Nomato Sauce
Pasta is another dish that is hard to replicate on the AIP diet, but this recipe has got you covered. Swapping out the noodles for unripe peeled bananas, you have to get a little creative. This recipe may include a little more work, but if you’re a pasta lover, it’s definitely worth it.
Grab the Queso Beef Lasagna recipe by Real World AIP.
12. Bacon Wrapped Mini Meatloaves
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Bacon
- Coconut Milk
- Garlic Cloves
- Chives
- Fresh Parsley
What’s better than a meal wrapped in bacon? I mean, seriously, not much. These bacon wrapped mini meatloaves are AIP compliant, easy to prepare, and guaranteed to be a hit.
Grab the Bacon Wrapped Mini Meatloaves recipe at Paleo Leap.
13. Thai Basil Beef
Ingredients:
- Stewing Beef
- Baking Soda
- Arrowroot Starch
- Red Boat Fish Sauce
- Coconut Aminos
- Olive Oil
- Onions
- Kale
- Carrots
- Thai Basil
Another one-pot meal, we’re all about efficiency here. Combining the fish sauce, coconut aminos, and fresh basil together makes for an incredibly tasty dish. Quick, easy, and simple to make, this meal is sure to please anyone who tries it.
Grab the Thai Basil Beef recipe at Heal Me Delicious.
14. Mini Zucchini Avocado Burgers
Ingredients:
- Zucchini
- Ground Beef
- Avocado
- Avocado Oil
- Paleo Mayo
- Mustard
Everything's better when it’s mini sized. These mini zucchini avocado burgers are quick to make, low-carb, keto, and of course, AIP. Packed with nutrients and flavor, make these as a snack, as a meal, or share with friends and family at your next gathering.
Grab the Zucchini Avocado Burger recipe over at Paleo Flourish.
15. Nomato Bolognese
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Garlic Cloves
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Italian Seasoning
- Nomato Sauce
Have you been missing out on that classic meaty pasta sauce while following the AIP diet? Then we’ve found the perfect solution for you. Combining AIP pasta with ground beef and nomato sauce, this is guaranteed to satisfy all your cravings.
Grab the Nomato Bolognese recipe over at the Honest Spoonful.
16. Apple Beet Burgers
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Grated Beet
- Grated Sweet Apple
- White Onion
- Thyme
- Parsnips
- Cooking Fat
- Horseradish
- Chives
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Honey
- Olive Oil
Typical beef burgers can sometimes feel a little boring on the AIP diet because of the restrictions on toppings and the buns; however, these burgers don’t feel that way at all! The shredded beet and apple turn these patties into a full-flavored meal, so you don’t feel like you’re missing out on anything. Plus, add parsnip fries on the side and turn this into a full-blown delicious meal.
Grab the Apple Beet Burgers recipe over at Autoimmune Wellness.
17. Mexican Skillet
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Onion
- Sweet Potato
- AIP Taco Seasoning
- AIP Guacamole
- Sliced Radishes
- Cilantro
- Avocado
- Fresh Lime
- AIP Tortillas
Easily customizable, you can make this dish for anyone, regardless of their diet. Starting with a simple ground beef and sweet potato base, let the people you’re cooking for add whatever toppings they know fits their own restrictions and needs. Simple but effective.
Grab the Mexican Skillet recipe over at Autoimmune Wellness.
18. Salisbury Steak
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Sweet Potato
- Coconut Aminos
- Avocado Oil
- Mushrooms
- Sweet Onion
- Beef Broth
- Thyme
- Garlic Cloves
- Avocado Oil
- Arrowroot Starch
Cook this hearty and healthy meal on the stove, in a slow cooker, or in an insta pot. Either way, you’ll be left with a comforting, nutrient-dense, and delicious meal. Serve atop a creamy sweet potato puree and you’ll be craving this for dinner every week.
Grab the Salisbury Steak recipe over at Autoimmune Wellness.
19. Island Braised Short Rib
Ingredients:
- Onion
- Mustard Powder
- Cinnamon
- Rosemary
- Cabbage
- Pineapple
- Beef Stock
- White Wine Vinegar
This recipe combines sweet and savory flavors to give you the perfect short rib recipe. With chunks of pineapple covered in a thick sauce and meat falling off the bone, your taste buds will never know what hit them. You won’t even realize you’re following an AIP diet.
Grab the Island Braised Short Rib recipe over at the Castaway Kitchen.
20. Slow Cooker Beef Stew
Ingredients:
- Beef Stew Meat
- Carrots
- Parsnips
- Leeks
- Beef Broth
- Nomato Sauce
- Balsamic Vinegar
Slow cooker meals are some of my personal favorites because they’re easy and comforting. And nothing says comfort food like a beef broth based beef stew. Extremely easy to throw together and full of so many delicious flavors, you can never get enough of this classic meal.
Grab the Slow Cooker Beef Stew recipe over at Unbound Wellness.
21. Sweet Potato and Beef Tacos
Ingredients:
- Ground Beef
- Sweet Potato
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Onion
- Chicken Broth
- Nomato Sauce
- Maple Syrup
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Chili Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Ground Ginger
- Avocado
- Green Onion
Although these may not be your typical tacos, they are just as satisfying (dare we say more satisfying). Replace your taco shell with a sweet potato and layer your ground beef on top. By eliminating your typical tomatoes, sour cream, and melted cheese, and replacing them with sliced avocado and green onion you’ve got a healthy and delicious AIP meal.
Grab the Sweet Potato Beef Tacos recipe over at a Clean Plate.
22. Pineapple Bacon Burgers
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground Beef
- Ground Cinnamon
- Garlic Powder
- Sea Salt
- Ground Ginger
- Pineapple Rings
- Bacon Strips
This may be the easiest recipe on the list, and also one of the tastiest. Simply place a pineapple slice on top of your patty and wrap in bacon. Cook and serve in a lettuce wrap. You’ll never want a regular burger again, trust us.
Grab the Pineapple Bacon Burgers recipe over at a Clean Plate.
23. Beef Jerky
Ingredients:
- Beef
- Water
- Seasoning
Now, stay with us for a second. We know Beef Jerky isn’t necessarily a recipe; however, it is one of the best snacks out there for the AIP diet. From its healthy ingredients to its simplicity and ease, you can snack on this or use it as a meal replacement. Either way, you thank us later.
Find our best-selling Beef Jerky on People’s Choice Beef Jerky.
