Preparing take-out at home can be both convenient and satisfying, especially when it comes to classic dishes like beef and broccoli. With the help of a slow cooker, tender beef and fresh broccoli come together effortlessly, ready to enjoy in just 3 1/2 hours (2 hours if cooked on high)!
Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together, filling your home with irresistible aromas as your meal cooks to perfection. While take-out has its allure, nothing beats the warmth and freshness of a homemade meal like Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli. With this recipe, you have full control over the ingredients, ensuring a wholesome and delicious dish every time.
How to Make Crockpot Beef and Broccoli
Crafting Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli is a breeze, leaving you with plenty of time for errands or relaxation while it cooks. Plus, you can schedule your mealtime since the final steps involve adding the cornstarch and sauce in the last half-hour of cooking. With just a handful of ingredients, you’ll have a hearty and satisfying meal that pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or enjoyed on its own!
- In your slow cooker, combine the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Stir until well combined.
- Slice the beef chuck steak into strips approximately 2×1 inches (or similar size). Add the beef strips to the slow cooker, ensuring they are fully immersed in the broth mixture.
- Cook on low for 3 hours.
- After three hours, whisk together the cornstarch and a portion of the liquid from the slow cooker in a small bowl until smooth. Pour this mixture back into the slow cooker along with the broccoli florets.
- Continue cooking on low for an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve hot over steamed rice, fried rice, noodles, or enjoy it on its own!
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces / 420 grams) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅔ cup (130 grams) brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds (about 900 grams) beef chuck steak, sliced into strips
- ¼ cup (30 grams) cornstarch
- 1 pound (about 450 grams) fresh broccoli florets
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, combine the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Stir well.
- Slice the beef into strips and add them to the slow cooker, ensuring they are fully coated in the sauce. Cook on low for 3 hours.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and ½ cup of the sauce from the slow cooker until smooth. Pour the mixture back into the slow cooker.
- Add the broccoli florets to the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
- Serve hot over your choice of accompaniment and enjoy!
