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Slow Cooker Indian Beef Curry – The Best Comfort Food for Busy Nights

A rich and flavorful Indian beef curry that simmers all day in a slow cooker, perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Beef and Marinade
  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup plain yogurt for marinating
  • 2 tablespoons garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Curry Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup peas frozen or fresh
  • 1 bunch cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Marinate the Beef
  1. In a large bowl, combine beef, yogurt, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
Sauté the Aromatics
  1. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Combine in Slow Cooker
  1. Transfer the sautéed onion mixture to the slow cooker. Add the marinated beef, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and coconut milk. Stir to combine.
Cook
  1. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender.
Finish and Serve
  1. Stir in peas during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

This curry can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

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