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Slow-Cooked Beef Curry in Coconut Milk

This deeply comforting Slow-Cooked Beef Curry is simmered in coconut milk, tomatoes, and warm spices until the beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender. A cozy one-pot meal with bold flavor, perfect for slow evenings and make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1½-inch chunks
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • slow cooker or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Season the beef with salt and pepper. In batches, sear the beef until browned on all sides. Set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, lower heat and add more oil if needed. Cook the onion until soft and golden, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, and spices. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the beef, onion-spice mix, coconut milk, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth into your slow cooker or Dutch oven.
  4. Cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours in the slow cooker, or simmer covered for 2.5–3 hours in a Dutch oven. Stir occasionally until beef is tender and sauce thickened.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or chili if needed. Optionally stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 36gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1.2gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 620IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 4.2mg

Notes

Make it your own by adding sweet potatoes or bell peppers during the last hour of cooking. Swap beef for lamb, chicken, or even tofu. Stir in a spoonful of yogurt at the end for added creaminess, or adjust chili flakes to control heat. Tastes even better the next day!

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