Description
This easy Crockpot Beef and Broccoli recipe delivers tender, flavorful beef in a rich, savory sauce, paired with crisp broccoli. A perfect homemade takeout alternative, this slow cooker dish is simple to prepare and makes a great weeknight dinner. Serve it over rice, noodles, or quinoa for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds beef sirloin, flank steak, or chuck roast (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add to Slow Cooker: Place sliced beef in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, coating evenly.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Stir it into the slow cooker and cook on high for 20-30 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Prepare Broccoli: While the sauce thickens, steam or microwave the broccoli until crisp-tender.
- Combine: Add the broccoli to the slow cooker, stirring gently to coat.
- Serve: Enjoy over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes or a tablespoon of sriracha.
- To make it gluten-free, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.
- Vegetable Variations: Bell peppers, carrots, snow peas, or mushrooms make great additions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours (low) / 2-3 hours (high) + 20-30 minutes (thickening)
- Category: Dinner, Slow Cooker Recipes
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese-American
