Explore Beyond Pot Roast and Potatoes: Delicious Crockpot Recipes
When it comes to slow cookers, the possibilities are endless. From well-known favorites like pot roast and potatoes to lesser-known delights like oxtail curry and Caribbean-style goat curry, a crockpot opens up a world of culinary creativity.
The versatility of a slow cooker is truly remarkable. It's a fantastic choice for busy individuals who want to come home to a savory meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Here, we'll explore some of our top crockpot recipes, from hearty stews to delicate curries, and everything in between.
Lamb Shank Korma in the Crockpot
For those who enjoy long-cooking, tender dishes, a lamb shank korma is a perfect choice. Start by using a store-bought korma or rogan josh curry paste as your base. Mix it with ginger, garlic, onion paste, and a bit of water. If you’re using a rogan josh-style curry, add some fresh chopped tomatoes as well (half a kilo of cut-up plum tomatoes work great); they are sweeter than canned ones. For a korma, replace some of the water with coconut milk.
Whiz together the ingredients in a food processor, then combine everything in a preheated crockpot. Set it to high for 30 to 45 minutes, until it starts to simmer. Then, lower the heat to low, cover tightly with foil, and place the lid on top. Let it cook for at least 4 hours to achieve a tender and flavorful dish.
Caribbean-Style Goat Curry
For a truly authentic taste, try a Caribbean-style goat curry. Goat meat is often slow-cooked for several hours, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish. On the island of Antigua, where I first sampled this dish, it became a favorite among locals.
To make this dish, consider your preferred level of spiciness. Start with a base of store-bought curry paste and gradually add in fresh ingredients like ginger, garlic, and onion. Add a whole Scotch Bonnet chili, a fiery?Nhot pepper commonly used in Caribbean cooking, and remove it when the curry is hot enough to your taste. This will allow you to control the spiciness as you go. Cook on low for 4 hours for a delicious result.
Other Crockpot Favorites
The slow cooker isn’t just for stews and curries. You can also make:
Chili chicken soup Beef stew Corned beef and cabbageIncorporating these dishes into your weeknight meals can save you time and effort, and add variety to your menu. If you’re looking for something new, consider trying a crockpot cookbook. There are many options available that can inspire you to try new recipes and techniques.
One of my daughters recently made a delicious garlic chicken in the crockpot, and we even experimented with a homemade rice dish that came out reminiscent of risotto. The slow cooker is a versatile tool that can turn even the simplest ingredients into a feast.
So next time you come home from a long day at work, set up your slow cooker with one of these recipes for a comforting meal that will warm your home. The options are truly endless when you have a crockpot in your kitchen.
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