Slow Cooker Beef Madras Curry
Experience the rich and aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine with this Slow Cooker Beef Madras Curry, featuring tender beef simmered in a complex blend of spices.
Ingredients
For the curry paste
- 3 tsp garlic, crushed
- 2 tsp ginger, minced
- 2 tsp black pepper, ground
- ½ tsp cinnamon, ground
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 2 tsp turmeric, ground
- ¼ cup coriander, ground
- 2 tsp mustard seeds
- ¼ cup cumin, ground
- ¼ cup malt vinegar
- 1 Tbsp oil
Main ingredients
- 1 kg beef, cubed (2.2 lb)
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 400 g crushed tomatoes (14.1 oz)
- 1 cup beef stock
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, add all the curry paste ingredients and stir until a smooth paste is formed.
- In a frypan over high heat, quickly brown the beef until browned, then set to the side.
- In the same frypan, add the curry paste and cook until fragrant, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Cooking
- Transfer the beef and curry paste to a slow cooker.
- Add the sliced onion, tomato paste, chili powder, crushed tomatoes, and beef stock.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender.
Notes
Serve with basmati rice or warm naan bread, and garnish with fresh cilantro or a dollop of yogurt for a milder taste. Flavors intensify when reheated, perfect for leftovers.