Description
This Slow Cooker Beef Curry is a rich and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender beef cubes are simmered in a fragrant curry sauce made with a blend of spices and coconut milk, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Beef Curry:
- 2 pounds beef chuck (cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and brown beef cubes. Transfer to slow cooker.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and spices. Add tomato paste.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer mixture to slow cooker. Add tomatoes, broth, coconut milk, and sugar. Cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over rice or with warm naan.
- You can add vegetables like potatoes or carrots halfway through cooking.
- For a spicier curry, increase the cayenne or add a chopped chili.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (low) or 5 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
