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Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

A simple, hands-off version of beef and broccoli cooked in a slow cooker for tender beef and bright broccoli.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound beef (flank steak or sirloin), sliced thinly Slice against the grain for tenderness.
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Small florets heat through fastest.
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium if preferred. (GF option: tamari or coconut aminos.)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Light or dark both work. (Substitute: coconut sugar or maple syrup.)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Helps thicken the sauce. (GF alternative: arrowroot powder or tapioca starch.)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Use toasted sesame oil for richer flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh tastes best.
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced Fresh ginger gives a brighter flavor than ground.
  • 2 cups cooked rice Jasmine or short-grain rice pairs nicely.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the beef thinly across the grain. Slightly freeze if necessary for easier slicing.
  2. Add the sliced beef to the slow cooker. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Sprinkle in the brown sugar and cornstarch. Add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir everything until the beef is well coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours. Check for tenderness at about 4 hours.
  2. With about 30 minutes left, add the broccoli florets to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. Serve the beef and broccoli over hot cooked rice.

Notes

If you like a richer sauce, add 1–2 tablespoons of oyster sauce or hoisin at the start or finish.