Indian Beef

Ingredients

• 2-3 pounds beef stew meat or boneless chuck cut into 1 1/2-2 inch cubes
• 2 Tablespoons ground coriander
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 Tablespoon salt
• 2 cups small-diced onion, divided (about 1 large onion)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 2 Tablespoons peeled and minced fresh ginger
• 1 or 2 seeded and chopped serrano or jalapeno chiles
• One 3-inch cinnamon stick
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala (see note)
• 2 cups beef stock or broth
• 1 13 oz can of full-fat coconut milk
• 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• Steamed basmati or jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Place your chopped beef into a 6 or...: Place your chopped beef into a 6 or 7 quart slow cooker. Sprinkle coriander, cumin, pepper, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and the cornstarch over the beef.

2. 2

   Add the diced onion and use your hands...: Add the diced onion and use your hands or a large spoon to toss everything around. Let it sit for a few minutes while you gather and prep the rest of the ingredients.

3. 3

   To the slow cooker, add the ginger, chopped...: To the slow cooker, add the ginger, chopped chili, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, cardamom, cloves, and garam masala. Give it another stir and then pour the beef broth in down the sides of the cooker.

4. 4

   Cover with the lid and cook on low...: Cover with the lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the beef is tender. I recommend stirring it halfway through cooking.

5. 5

   Stir in the coconut milk and add the...: Stir in the coconut milk and add the fresh herbs. Close the cooker and let it cook for another 10-15 minutes or so. Now would be a great time to make a pot of rice!

6. 6

   Serve curry with steamed rice.