Description
A comforting and easy Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli recipe that delivers tender beef slices simmered in a savory homemade sauce, paired perfectly with steamed broccoli. This slow-cooker favorite is ideal for a hassle-free dinner, offering rich flavors with minimal effort.
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: In the insert of a 6-quart crock pot, whisk together beef broth, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well combined to create the flavorful cooking liquid.
- Add the Beef: Place thinly sliced beef into the crock pot with the sauce, tossing to ensure all pieces are coated. Cover with the lid and cook on low heat for 5 hours to tenderize the beef.
- Make the Thickening Sauce: After the beef has cooked, whisk together cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Pour this mixture into the crock pot and stir gently to incorporate it with the beef and sauce.
- Add Broccoli and Thicken Sauce: Spread the frozen broccoli florets over the beef and sauce mixture. Gently stir to combine, cover with the lid again, and cook for an additional 30 minutes to cook the broccoli and thicken the sauce.
- Serve: Spoon the beef and broccoli hot over cooked white rice if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy a hearty, flavorful meal.
Notes
- For a lower sodium option, use reduced-sodium soy sauce and low-sodium beef broth.
- If a thicker sauce is desired, you can increase cornstarch to 5 tablespoons.
- Fresh broccoli can be used instead of frozen; add it in step 4 but adjust cooking time to about 15-20 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Serve with brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier alternative.
