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Slow Cooker Indian Beef Curry – Rich, Tender, and Effortlessly Spiced

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A deeply spiced, melt-in-your-mouth Indian beef curry made easily in a slow cooker with coconut milk, tomatoes, and warming spices.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck or stewing beef, cubed

  • 2 tbsp oil (for browning)

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes

  • 1 cup coconut milk (or ¾ cup plain yogurt)

  • 2 tsp ground cumin

  • 2 tsp ground coriander

  • 1 tsp turmeric

  • 1 tsp paprika or Kashmiri chili powder

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon or 1 stick

  • 1–2 bay leaves

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 1 green chili (optional)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Optional: Brown beef in batches and set aside.

  • Sauté onions until golden, then add garlic, ginger, and spices. Cook for 1–2 minutes.

  • Combine beef, sautéed mix, tomatoes, coconut milk, bay leaves, and chili in slow cooker.

  • Cook on low for 8–9 hours (or high for 4–5 hours), until beef is very tender.

  • Stir in lemon juice. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • For thicker curry, remove lid during last 30 mins.

  • Stir in cream or yogurt at the end for extra richness.

  • Freeze leftovers in portions for easy future meals.

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