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Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli – Alrightwithme Recipe

Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli - Alrightwithme Recipe
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This Savory Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli recipe is a delicious and easy slow cooker dish featuring tender slices of beef cooked in a flavorful soy and garlic sauce, complemented by tender broccoli florets. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, it delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort and is great served over steamed rice.

Ingredients

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Beef and Sauce

  • 2 lb thinly sliced sirloin steak or boneless beef chuck roast
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Thickening Slurry

  • 4 tbsp cornstarch
  • 4 tbsp water

Vegetables and Serving

  • 1 bag (12 oz) frozen broccoli florets
  • Cooked white rice (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce in the Slow Cooker: In the insert of a 6-quart crock pot, whisk together the beef stock, reduced sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well combined. This mixture will serve as the flavorful base for cooking the beef.
  2. Add and Cook the Beef: Place the thinly sliced sirloin steak or boneless beef chuck roast into the sauce mixture in the slow cooker. Toss to coat every piece well with the sauce. Cover with the lid and cook on low heat for about 5 hours until the beef is tender and flavorful.
  3. Thicken the Sauce: Once the beef is fully cooked, whisk together cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Pour this into the slow cooker and stir well to ensure even distribution. This will help the sauce thicken nicely as it simmers.
  4. Add Broccoli and Finish Cooking: Scatter the frozen broccoli florets evenly over the beef and sauce. Gently stir to combine, cover, and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low. Stir gently halfway through to ensure the broccoli heats evenly and becomes tender.
  5. Serve Over Rice: Spoon the beef and broccoli mixture over warm cooked white rice, if desired, and serve hot for a complete and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • For best results, slice the beef thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
  • You can substitute frozen broccoli with fresh broccoli florets, adding them in the last 20-25 minutes of cooking.
  • If you prefer a spicier sauce, add some crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of chili garlic sauce.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
  • Use low sodium soy sauce to control salt levels and make the dish healthier.

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