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Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

A comforting, family-friendly dinner featuring tender beef and vibrant broccoli in a flavorful sauce, made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs top round steak, thinly sliced Freeze for 20 minutes for easier slicing.
  • 1 cup beef broth, low sodium
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce, low sodium Or use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp Sriracha sauce Adjust to taste or omit for no heat.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced (white and green parts)
  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 cups broccoli florets

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim any excess fat from the top round and slice it thinly against the grain.
  2. Place the sliced beef in a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker in an even layer.
  3. In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, light brown sugar, sesame oil, Sriracha, minced garlic, and sliced green onions. Pour over the beef.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the beef is cooked through and easily shredded with a fork.
  2. Remove the lid and spoon out 3 tablespoons of the cooking liquid into a small bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and whisk until smooth (no lumps).
  3. Pour the cornstarch slurry back into the slow cooker and toss the beef gently to coat. The sauce will thicken in a few minutes.
  4. Add the broccoli florets, cover, and cook an additional 15–20 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and just tender.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or on its own.

Notes

For a lighter option, serve in lettuce cups. Garnish with extra sliced green onions or toasted sesame seeds.