Heavenly Slow Cooker Indian Beef Curry for Cozy Nights

• For the Base:
• 1 tablespoon Oil or Ghee Substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
• 1000 grams Chuck or Braising Steak Provides best tenderness.
• 1 cup Onions, chopped Adds sweetness.
• 2 cloves Garlic, chopped
• 2 cm Fresh Ginger, chopped
• For the Spice Blend:
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
• 2 teaspoons Ground Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Red Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
• For the Sauce:
• 1 cup Beef Broth
• 0.5 cup Water
• 3 cm Cinnamon Stick
• 1 piece Dried Bay Leaf
• 2 tablespoons Chopped Cilantro Plus more for garnish.

Salt

Equipment

Slow Cooker

frying pan

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
2. Add the remaining oil to the pan. Sauté the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onions turn translucent.
3. Stir in the ground turmeric, coriander, cumin, garam masala, and red chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Pour in the beef broth and water, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
5. Transfer the entire mixture into the slow cooker with the beef. Add the cinnamon stick, bay leaf, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender.
7. Stir gently and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with naan or basmati rice.

Serve with a side of cucumber raita for a refreshing contrast.