A comforting, spiced slow cooker beef curry simmered in rich coconut milk, garlic, ginger, and warming spices — ultra-tender, cozy, and full of flavor.
2 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
1 tbsp oil (for searing)
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp garam masala
1 tsp each turmeric, cumin, coriander
1/2 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional)
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tbsp brown sugar
Salt & pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lime
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Optional: Sear beef cubes in oil until browned. Transfer to slow cooker.
In the same pan, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and spices. Cook 1 minute.
Add mixture to slow cooker with coconut milk, broth, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir.
Cook on LOW 7–8 hours or HIGH 4–5 hours, until beef is very tender.
Stir in lime juice. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice or with naan.
Add potatoes or greens for variation. Freezes well. Adjust spice level to taste.