Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Slow-Cooked Beef Curry with Buttery Garlic Naan, a dish that delivers rich flavors and tender meat. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, combining succulent beef simmered in a fragrant blend of spices and creamy coconut milk, served alongside soft and buttery garlic naan. Each bite offers a satisfying experience that will have everyone coming back for more. With minimal prep time and the convenience of slow cooking, you can set it and enjoy the delightful aromas filling your kitchen as it cooks.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, optional
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp oil, for searing
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1 tbsp melted butter, for cooking
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
Instructions
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat; sauté onion until translucent.
- Stir in garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add curry powder, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and turmeric; mix well.
- Brown the beef cubes on all sides in the spice mixture.
- Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, coconut milk, and tomato paste; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; slow cook for about 4 hours or until beef is tender.
- For the naan: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl; mix yogurt and warm milk in another bowl.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry until dough forms; knead lightly.
- Roll out portions into oval shapes and cook in a skillet over medium-high heat brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with garlic.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, allow the beef to marinate with spices for at least an hour before cooking. Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.