Description
Slow-Cooked Beef in Creamy Coconut Curry with Rice and Garlic Naan is a heartwarming dish that brings together tender beef simmered in a luscious coconut curry sauce. With fragrant spices and a creamy texture, this recipe transforms ordinary dinners into extraordinary experiences. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family meal, the rich flavors and satisfying aroma will make every bite memorable. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or warm garlic naan for an unforgettable culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Cut the beef into cubes and chop the onion, garlic, and ginger.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker. Add beef, coconut milk, beef broth, red curry paste, curry powder, turmeric, paprika, chili flakes, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Slow cook: Set the slow cooker on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until beef is tender.
- Serve: Enjoy over rice or with warm garlic naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg