Description
Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry is a flavorful, comforting dish that combines tender beef with rich coconut milk and aromatic spices. This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, requiring minimal prep while delivering maximum taste. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that will fill your home with delightful aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Beef: Cut the beef chuck roast into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- 2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- 3. Combine Ingredients: Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker. Add beef pieces, coconut milk, curry powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 4. Cook: Set the slow cooker on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the beef is tender.
- 5. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- 6. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Feel free to include vegetables like bell peppers or spinach based on availability. For added zing, squeeze in lime juice before serving.