Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef
Experience the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef, where tender beef and fresh broccoli meld together in a savory sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy evenings and promises a hearty and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 250 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ pounds flank steak, thinly sliced and chopped into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup beef broth
- ⅔ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker: Grease the inside of the slow cooker. Add steak, beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and chili flakes.
- Cook: Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-5 hours until beef is tender.
- Thicken the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until dissolved. Add to the slow cooker, stir well, cover, and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Steam the broccoli: Just before serving, place broccoli in a microwave-safe container with ½ inch of water. Cover loosely and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Drain well.
- Combine and serve: Stir steamed broccoli into the slow cooker. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg