Description
Slow cooker beef coconut curry is a hearty, comforting dish made with tender beef slow-simmered in a spiced, creamy coconut milk sauce. It’s full of rich flavor, easy to make, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season beef with salt and pepper. Optionally sear in a hot skillet until browned for added flavor.
- Add beef, onion, garlic, ginger, tomato paste, curry powder, garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder to the slow cooker.
- Pour in coconut milk and beef broth or water. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender and sauce is flavorful.
- Stir in lime juice, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Add vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or bell peppers halfway through cooking.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamier texture.
- For vegetarian versions, substitute beef with chickpeas or tofu.
- This curry freezes well and tastes even better the next day.
- Serve with jasmine rice, basmati rice, or naan bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
