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Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli

Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli for Effortless Family Dinners

Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli is a delicious, budget-friendly meal perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Sirloin Steak or Chuck Roast Choose sirloin for leaner meat or chuck roast for budget-friendly tenderness.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Beef Stock The flavor base; chicken stock can substitute if beef isn’t on hand.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Adds rich umami; opt for low-sodium or gluten-free tamari.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Balances savory notes with gentle sweetness; honey or maple syrup are good substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Elevates the Asian-inspired taste.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic provides aromatic depth.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Essential for creating that luscious sauce.
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Frozen Broccoli Florets Offers a crisp-tender texture.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In your slow cooker, whisk together 1 cup of beef stock, ¼ cup of soy sauce, ¼ cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 4 minced garlic cloves until well combined.
  2. Next, slice 2 pounds of sirloin steak or chuck roast thinly against the grain and add it directly into the sauce. Toss the beef pieces gently to ensure they're fully coated.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for about 5 hours.
  4. With 30 minutes left on the timer, prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth, and stir this gently into the slow cooker.
  5. Scatter 4 cups of frozen broccoli florets evenly over the beef in the slow cooker and gently stir to incorporate the broccoli.
  6. Once the cooking time is up, serve your Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli hot over a bed of warm cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Reheating: Thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of beef broth to restore sauce consistency.

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