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A steaming bowl of slow cooker beef coconut curry with tender beef chunks, rich coconut sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, served alongside white rice on a rustic wooden table.

Easy Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry: A Flavorful Weeknight Delight

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Discover the delicious and easy-to-make Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry, a flavorful weeknight dinner packed with tender beef, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk. Perfect for busy evenings, this hearty dish offers rich, vibrant flavors with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
  • Optional: chopped cilantro, for garnish
  • Fresh lime juice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing your ingredients. Cut the beef into bite-sized chunks, chop the onion, and mince the garlic. In a skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and sear the beef until browned on all sides.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the seared beef and sautéed aromatics into your slow cooker. Add curry powder, turmeric, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine everything evenly.
  4. Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. For a thicker sauce, remove the lid in the last 30 minutes to allow some liquid to evaporate.
  5. Once cooked, stir the curry, adjust seasonings if needed, and serve over rice or quinoa. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime for added brightness.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, let the curry simmer uncovered for the last 30 minutes to reduce the sauce.
  • Ensure the beef is seared properly to enhance flavor, but avoid overcrowding the skillet.
  • You can substitute other proteins like chicken, lamb, or firm fish.
  • This dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion
  • Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 430 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 560 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg