Description
Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli is a delightful, hearty dish featuring tender beef simmered in a savory sauce paired with crisp broccoli. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this slow-cooked meal fills your home with an irresistible aroma that beckons everyone to the table. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s your go-to recipe for creating memorable moments around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 lb fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water (for thickening)
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper.
- In the slow cooker, combine garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil; stir well.
- Add the seasoned beef to the slow cooker, ensuring it’s coated in the sauce.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add fresh broccoli florets to maintain their crunch.
- If desired, thicken the sauce by stirring in cornstarch mixed with water during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve over fluffy rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider searing the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. Substitute tamari for gluten-free options or sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added crunch.