How to Make Crock Pot Beef Curry
This is a quick overview of just how simple this recipe is. For the full recipe with all of the measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post. My family loves this dish because it tastes like I spent hours over a hot stove, when in reality it comes together fast and takes very little effort on my part. Your family will eat it up and you’ll feel like a rock star!
Beef: I use chuck roast cut into cubes. Any kind of stew beef will work great. Sweet Potatoes: I love the sweet flavor of these buttery potatoes. You could also use russets or red potatoes if you wish. Carrots: Cut into bite size pieces. Ginger: You can find pieces of ginger root in the produce section of the grocery store. If you store the ginger root in your freezer it can last for several months! Coconut Milk: Try to find coconut milk instead of regular milk for a rich flavor. Find cans of coconut milk in the Asian foods aisle of your grocery store. Garlic: This recipe calls for a couple of cloves, minced, but you can add one or two more for extra garlic flavor. Crushed Tomatoes: You can use fresh tomatoes if you like, but an easy option is to toss in a can of crushed tomatoes. Curry Powder: True to its name, this recipe comes to life with sweet, slightly smoky curry powder flavor. Read more on this below. Kosher Salt Corn Starch: Use corn starch and some water to thicken the sauce just before serving.
Curry Powder
Curry Powder is a seasoning mix, just like taco seasoning is. Because of this, the flavors of it are going to vary from brand to brand depending on how much of each spice the brand uses. Typically curry powder includes turmeric, coriander, cumin, salt, ginger, fenugreek, cayenne, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. The spice level of the curry powder depends on how much cayenne powder is used. This recipe uses 2 tablespoons total, and our whole family loves it, even the ones who are averse to spice.
Storing Leftovers
Leftovers should be stored separate from the rice. Store them in an air-tight container for up to five days. Warm leftovers in the microwave in a covered container at half power. As with all recipes, use your best discretion when it comes to leftovers.
