Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry
Experience the comforting embrace of Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry, where tender beef meets a luscious coconut sauce bursting with aromatic spices. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this effortless dish is sure to create cherished memories around the dinner table. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s a true winner for busy families and food enthusiasts alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Transfer onion mixture to the slow cooker. Add beef, curry powder, vegetable broth, and coconut milk; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or high for 4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Serve in bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro. Enjoy with rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, brown the beef in the skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. - Feel free to substitute beef with chicken or tofu for variations. - Spice lovers can enhance the heat by adding chili flakes or fresh chili peppers.