Slow Cooker Bangladeshi Beef Curry

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized chunks
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, peeled and grated
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp ghee or vegetable oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1 tsp salt

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large skillet, heat the ghee or oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. 2.Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
3. 3.Add the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
4. 4.Add the tomato paste and water and stir to combine.
5. 5.Transfer the onion mixture to a slow cooker and add the beef chunks. Stir to coat the beef in the sauce.
6. 6.Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the beef is tender.
7. 7.Serve over rice or with naan bread.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a spicier curry, add a diced chili pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• chevron_rightIf you don't have a slow cooker, you can also cook this curry in a Dutch oven or large pot on the stove over low heat for 2-3 hours, until the beef is tender.