Slow Cooker Sweet Beef Curry

A rich and flavorful recipe you can easily prepare in your slow cooker or crockpot is this Sweet Beef Curry, perfect to serve over rice with crispy fried shallots and boiled eggs. Made with tender beef brisket, candlenuts, shallots, garlic, and ginger, it delivers layers of taste.

This delicious Sweet Beef Curry recipe is an ideal dinner option, taking around 9 hours and 15 minutes from start to finish, and it serves up to 6 people.

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Slow Cooker Sweet Beef Curry

Recipe Ingredients

  • 6 candlenuts or macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped
  • 6 red Asian shallots, coarsely chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
  • ยฝ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ยฝ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ยฝ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon rice bran oil or grapeseed oil
  • 2 lb 4 oz (1 kg) beef brisket, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 lemongrass stem, bruised
  • 4 tablespoons kecap manis
  • 9 fl oz (1 cup or 250 ml) water
  • Steamed rice, crispy fried shallots, and boiled eggs for serving

How To Make Slow Cooker Sweet Beef Curry

  1. Prepare the Spice Paste: Start by pounding together the candlenuts, shallots, garlic, ginger, nutmeg, white pepper, cloves, and cinnamon. You can use a mortar and pestle or a small food processor until you get a coarse paste.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Season the beef brisket with salt, and brown it on all sides for about 5 minutes. Once browned, transfer the beef straight to your slow cooker.
  3. Cook the Spice Paste: In the same pan you used for the beef, add the spice paste. Cook it for around 2โ€“3 minutes until it’s fragrant and starts to release its aroma. Then, move the spice mixture into the slow cooker with the beef.
  4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the white vinegar, bruised lemongrass, and kecap manis to the slow cooker. Add 9 fl oz (1 cup or 250 ml) of water to make sure everything stays moist during cooking. Stir gently to combine everything.
  5. Slow Cook: Set your slow cooker to low, cover, and let the beef cook for 9 hours. It should become tender and fully absorb the flavors from the spices and the broth during this time.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Once the beef is tender, serve it over steamed rice. Top with crispy fried shallots and add boiled eggs on the side for a complete meal.

Recipe Tips

  • Add some extra richness: Brown the beef brisket a little longer than 5 minutes to develop a deeper flavor. Just make sure not to burn it, or the dish may turn bitter.
  • Use fresh ginger for more punch: Iโ€™ve found fresh ginger gives a more vibrant taste compared to ground ginger. Peel and finely grate it for the best results.
  • Control the spice level: If you want a milder curry, remove the seeds from the lemongrass, or reduce the amount of pepper in the spice paste.
  • Freeze portions for easy meals later: You can portion and freeze the cooked beef curry in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Itโ€™s perfect for busy days.
Slow Cooker Sweet Beef Curry

Recipe FAQs and Variations

How do I store leftovers?

Store any leftover beef curry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pot on the stovetop, adding a little water to prevent it from drying out.

Can I use a different cut of beef?

Yes, you can use beef chuck or short ribs instead of brisket. Both cuts work well in slow cooking and will still turn out tender after 9 hours.

Can I make this curry spicier?

To increase the heat, add chopped fresh chilies or a spoonful of chili paste to the spice mixture. Adjust the amount based on your spice tolerance.

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Slow Cooker Sweet Beef Curry

Recipe by Shili MohamedCourse: DinnerCuisine: AsianDifficulty: Medium
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

9

hours 
Calories

650

kcal

A rich and flavorful recipe you can easily prepare in your slow cooker or crockpot is this Sweet Beef Curry, perfect to serve over rice with crispy fried shallots and boiled eggs. Made with tender beef brisket, candlenuts, shallots, garlic, and ginger, it delivers layers of taste. This delicious Sweet Beef Curry recipe is an ideal dinner option, taking around 9 hours and 15 minutes from start to finish, and it serves up to 6 people.

Ingredients

  • 6 candlenuts or macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped

  • 6 red Asian shallots, coarsely chopped

  • 6 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger

  • ยฝ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper

  • ยฝ teaspoon ground cloves

  • ยฝ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 tablespoon rice bran oil or grapeseed oil

  • 2 lb 4 oz (1 kg) beef brisket, trimmed

  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar

  • 1 lemongrass stem, bruised

  • 4 tablespoons kecap manis

  • 9 fl oz (1 cup or 250 ml) water

  • Steamed rice, crispy fried shallots, and boiled eggs for serving

Directions

  • Prepare the Spice Paste: Start by pounding together the candlenuts, shallots, garlic, ginger, nutmeg, white pepper, cloves, and cinnamon. You can use a mortar and pestle or a small food processor until you get a coarse paste.
  • Sear the Beef: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Season the beef brisket with salt, and brown it on all sides for about 5 minutes. Once browned, transfer the beef straight to your slow cooker.
  • Cook the Spice Paste: In the same pan you used for the beef, add the spice paste. Cook it for around 2โ€“3 minutes until it’s fragrant and starts to release its aroma. Then, move the spice mixture into the slow cooker with the beef.
  • Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the white vinegar, bruised lemongrass, and kecap manis to the slow cooker. Add 9 fl oz (1 cup or 250 ml) of water to make sure everything stays moist during cooking. Stir gently to combine everything.
  • Slow Cook: Set your slow cooker to low, cover, and let the beef cook for 9 hours. It should become tender and fully absorb the flavors from the spices and the broth during this time.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Once the beef is tender, serve it over steamed rice. Top with crispy fried shallots and add boiled eggs on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

6 servings per container


  • Amount Per ServingCalories650
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 35g 54%
    • Saturated Fat 12g 60%
  • Cholesterol 120mg 40%
  • Sodium 850mg 36%
  • Total Carbohydrate 40g 14%
    • Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
    • Sugars 12g
  • Protein 45g 90%

    * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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