Easy Kerala-Style Spicy Beef Roast Recipe in the Slow Cooker: Step-by-Step Instructions

Kerala beef fry or Roast is characterized by its bold and aromatic flavors, with a perfect balance of spices, coconut, tanginess, and heat. It’s a dish that reflects the rich culinary heritage of Kerala and is enjoyed by many both within the region and beyond.

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You have the option to cook it until you’re content with the liquid level, or continue cooking until the gravy reduces for a crispier taste.

I picked up this recipe from my mother-in-law, known for her amazing beef fry. Despite being hesitant to learn due to the time-consuming prep of peeling and cutting beef, onions, ginger, and garlic, I’ve found a shortcut.

Hacks for a faster and more flavorful beef dish:

1. Opt for pre-cut beef strips and further cut the strips into smaller pieces to save time on chopping. Alternatively, buy stew-cut pieces and dice them into smaller portions.
2. While fresh ginger and garlic paste enhance the flavor, store-bought versions work just as well and yield consistently delicious results.
3. Swap the stovetop method for a slow cooker to simplify the cooking process.

Ingredients 

1. Beef strips 500grams
2. Onions (2 large)
3. Ginger paste
4. Garlic paste
5. Chilli powder 1tbsp
6. Coriander powder 1tbsp
7. Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
8. Salt 2tsp
9. Pepper 2tsp
10. Garam masala 1/2 tbsp

Method

1. Wash, squeeze dry and cut the beef strips to tiny pieces

2. Marinate beef for an hour with chilly powder, coriander powder, turmeric, salt and pepper

3. Peel and cut 2 large onions

4. Sautee onions in some oil till slightly brown add ginger and garlic paste and cook for a minute. 

5. Add the marinated beef to the onion mixture. Add 1/2 tbsp of garam masala and cook till meat is brown all the way through

6. Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker with 1/2 cup of water and cook on low for 6 hours.

7. Serve with Paratha, naan or basmati rice and enjoy!