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Slow Cooker Beef Coconut Curry

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This easy slow cooker beef coconut curry is a rich, aromatic family dinner featuring tender beef simmered in creamy coconut milk and fragrant curry spices. Minimal prep and effortless cooking make it a comforting, healthy weeknight staple.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 3–4 tbsp curry paste (red, yellow, or massaman)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
  • 2 large carrots, sliced
  • 1 large bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, lime wedges, chopped peanuts

Instructions

  1. Cube the beef into 1-inch pieces if not already cut. Dice the onion, slice the carrots and bell pepper, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
  2. Scatter the diced onion, carrots, and bell pepper in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Place beef cubes on top of the veggies. Sprinkle over minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, diced tomatoes (with juices), curry paste, beef broth, soy sauce (or tamari), and brown sugar. Taste and adjust curry paste or sugar if desired.
  5. Pour the coconut curry sauce over the beef and veggies. Stir gently to coat.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until beef is tender.
  7. If the sauce is thin after cooking, remove the lid and cook on high for 20-30 minutes, or stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water).
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice. Garnish with cilantro, green onions, or peanuts.
  9. Serve hot over steamed rice or with warm naan.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos. Adjust spice level by varying curry paste or adding chilies. Add extra veggies like green beans or spinach in the last 30 minutes. Freezes well for meal prep. Let curry rest for 30 minutes after cooking for deeper flavor.

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