Ingredients
– 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
– 1 cup beef broth
– 2 tablespoons curry powder
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 carrots, sliced
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons fish sauce (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
– Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the beef, onion, carrots, and bell pepper. Mince the garlic and ginger.
2. Brown the Beef (Optional): In a skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes for 3-4 minutes to enhance flavor. This step is optional but recommended.
3. Combine in Slow Cooker: Place the browned beef, chopped onion, carrots, and red bell pepper in the slow cooker.
4. Add the Liquids: Pour in the coconut milk and beef broth. Stir in the curry powder, minced ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Mix until well combined.
5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender.
7. Check Consistency: If the curry is too thick, you can add a bit more beef broth or coconut milk to reach your desired consistency.
8. Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the curry and adjust the seasoning as needed.
9. Garnish: Once cooked, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
These steps will guide you through the process of making this incredible curry effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Offer generous portions but encourage guests to start with smaller servings. This way, they may come back for seconds!
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g