Description
Slow-Cooked Beef Curry with Garlic Naan is a heartwarming dish that transforms tender beef and aromatic spices into a comforting meal. This recipe combines the flavors of curry powder, cumin, and turmeric, creating a rich sauce that perfectly envelops melt-in-your-mouth beef. Paired with soft garlic naan, this dish is ideal for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. The slow-cooking process allows the flavors to develop beautifully while making it easy to prepare ahead of time. Whether served on its own or with rice and fresh herbs, this curry is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp oil (for browning)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot or slow cooker, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches and set aside.
- Sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Stir in spices to coat onions and garlic.
- Add browned beef back into the pot along with coconut milk, diced tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, salt, and pepper.
- Slow cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, brown the meat thoroughly before slow cooking. Customize by adding vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Adjust spice levels according to your preference.