Description
This Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli recipe is a delicious, easy-to-make slow-cooker meal combining tender beef slices with a savory, slightly sweet sauce and perfectly cooked broccoli. It’s a comforting and convenient dish ideal for busy weeknights, served best over steamed white rice.
Ingredients
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Beef and Sauce
- 2 pounds sirloin steak or boneless beef chuck roast, sliced thin
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Thickening Mixture
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons water
Vegetables and Serving
- 1 bag (12 ounces) frozen broccoli florets
- Cooked white rice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce and beef: In the insert of a 6 quart crock pot (slow cooker), whisk together the beef broth, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until combined. Add the thinly sliced beef to the pot and toss to coat the meat evenly with the sauce. Cover with the lid.
- Slow cook the beef: Cook on low heat for 5 hours, allowing the beef to become tender and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
- Make the thickening slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour this mixture into the crock pot and stir well to combine with the beef and sauce.
- Add the broccoli and thicken the sauce: Place the frozen broccoli florets over the beef and sauce. Gently stir to mix the broccoli without breaking it apart. Cover and cook for another 30 minutes on low heat, which will cook the broccoli and thicken the sauce to a glossy consistency.
- Serve: Spoon the beef and broccoli mixture over warm cooked white rice if desired. Enjoy your flavorful homemade slow cooker meal!
Notes
- You can substitute sirloin steak with boneless chuck roast depending on availability or preference.
- If you prefer a spicier flavor, add red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce mixture before cooking.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
- Preparing the rice ahead of time makes serving faster once the beef and broccoli are ready.
- Do not thaw the broccoli before adding to the crock pot; cooking from frozen helps achieve the right texture.
