Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef A Takeout Favorite Made Effortless
This Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef is a comforting and flavorful dish.Tender beef cooks slowly in a savory, slightly sweet sauce.Fresh broccoli is added later to retain its crisp texture.It’s an easy, hands-off recipe perfect for busy days.Pairs beautifully with rice or noodles for a complete meal.A healthier, homemade alternative to restaurant takeout.
Ingredients
- 500g beef (flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
- Slow Cook: Place beef in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it. Cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours.
- Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the slow cooker 30 minutes before serving.
- Add Broccoli: Add broccoli florets during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Finish: Drizzle sesame oil and stir gently. Garnish before serving.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels.
- Slice beef thinly for best texture.
- Add broccoli later to avoid overcooking.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing or increasing sugar.
- Cornstarch slurry is essential for thick sauce.
- Can substitute chicken for beef.
- Works well with frozen broccoli in a pinch.
- Double the recipe for meal prep.