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Ditch the takeaway and make this rich, fragrant Slow Cooker Beef Madras instead. It’s bold, cosy, high-protein and unbelievably easy just add everything to the slow cooker and let it work its magic.
Packed with warm spices, tender fall-apart beef and a fiery Madras kick, this crowd-pleaser curry is perfect for weekend fakeaways or hearty midweek dinners.
Why you'll love this recipe
Zero prep — dump everything in and switch on
Melt-in-your-mouth beef thanks to slow cooking
Big Indian takeaway-style flavour
Great for batch cooking + meal prep
Packed with warm spices, tender fall-apart beef and a fiery Madras kick, this crowd-pleaser curry is perfect for weekend fakeaways or hearty midweek dinners.
Recipe Info
10 minutes
High 4 hours or Low 8 hours
4
Slow Cooker
Indian
Delicious Slow Cooker Madras Recipe
Ingredients
600 g diced beef shin
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp minced ginger
1 tsp cumin
1–2 red chillies, sliced
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp chilli powder
2–3 bay leaves
3 tbsp Madras paste
400 g tomato passata
100 ml beef stock (cube is fine)
Salt & pepper
To Serve
Fresh coriander
Extra chilli
White rice or naan
Instructions
Add everything to the slow cooker.
Cook on High 4 hours or on Low 8 hours until the beef is tender and fall-apart soft.
Garnish with coriander + fresh chilli. Serve with white rice and enjoy.
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A rich, aromatic curry that brings big flavour while still being macro-friendly.
Why choose Slow Cooker Beef Madras Recipe
High-Protein
Easy to cook in the Slow Cooker
Delicious and nutritious!
SWAPS + UPGRADES
Meat swap: Use lamb shoulder, chicken thighs or turkey.
Make it creamy: Stir in 2 tbsp Greek yoghurt or light coconut milk at the end.
Extra heat: Add more chilli powder or fresh green chillies.
Milder version: Reduce Madras paste and chilli.
Veg boost: Add potatoes, spinach or cauliflower.
Gluten-free: Ensure your Madras paste + stock are GF.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use beef stewing steak instead of beef shin?
Yes — any slow-cooking cut like braising steak, shin or chuck works perfectly.
Does it freeze well?
Absolutely — freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight and reheat gently.
Can I cook it overnight?
Yes — use low for 8 hours. The flavours develop beautifully.
It’s too thick — what should I do?
Add a splash of stock or water to loosen.
How to thicken the sauce?
Remove the lid for the last 30 minutes or add 1 tsp cornflour mixed with water.
Is this very spicy?
Medium–hot. Reduce chilli and Madras paste for a milder version.
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