Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef
A comforting and flavorful slow cooker dish featuring tender beef and vibrant broccoli in a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 195 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free Optional
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef, sliced thinly
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In your slow cooker, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and water. Stir until well mixed.
- Add beef: Place the sliced beef into the slow cooker. Stir thoroughly to ensure each piece is coated in the sauce.
- Set the slow cooker: Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. If cooking on high, check at the 2-hour mark for tenderness.
- Add broccoli: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets. Stir to combine, cover, and allow the broccoli to steam until bright green and tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the beef and broccoli over a bed of warm cooked rice. Enjoy!
Notes
Slice against the grain for tender bites. Adjust cooking time as needed for tenderness and use fresh broccoli for the best texture.