Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry – A Cozy, Flavor-Packed Dinner
A rich and comforting slow cooker beef coconut curry made with tender chunks of beef, creamy coconut milk, and warm spices. Perfect for cozy dinners and easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
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1 tablespoon oil
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1 large onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 tablespoons curry powder
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1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
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1 cup beef broth
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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Salt to taste
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Optional: 2 cups chopped carrots or potatoes
Instructions
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Heat oil in a skillet and brown beef on all sides. Transfer to slow cooker.
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In the same pan, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic, ginger, tomato paste, and curry powder. Cook 1–2 minutes.
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Add sautéed mixture to the slow cooker with coconut milk and beef broth. Stir well.
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Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender.
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If using vegetables, add in the last 2 hours of cooking.
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Stir in lime juice, adjust salt, and serve hot with rice or naan.
Notes
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To thicken, cook uncovered last 30 minutes or use a cornstarch slurry.
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Add cayenne or chili for spice.
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Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.