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Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli

Tender Magic: Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli is a warm and satisfying dish featuring succulent beef cubes stewed with vibrant broccoli and a savory sauce, perfect for family dinners with minimal prep time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into bite-sized cubes Ensure beef is well-trimmed.
  • 4 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen Fresh broccoli is recommended for best texture.
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce Use low-sodium to reduce salt content.
  • ¼ cup beef broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch, combined with 2 tbsp water This thickens the sauce.
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil Adds depth of flavor.
  • 2 tsp grated fresh ginger Fresh is better than powdered for flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Increase for a stronger garlic taste.
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes Optional for heat, adjust to preference.
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds For garnish.
  • 2 tbsp sliced scallions Also for garnish.
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil for searing Can substitute with any cooking oil.
  • Pinch salt and pepper To taste for seasoning.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the beef cubes dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear in a skillet with vegetable oil until browned. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Create the Sauce
  1. Deglaze the skillet with soy sauce and beef broth, scraping up browned bits, then add brown sugar, sesame oil, and the cornstarch slurry. Whisk until smooth.
Cook
  1. Pour the sauce over the beef in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  2. 30 minutes before serving, add broccoli florets and stir gently to combine.
Serve
  1. Once cooked, sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions before serving. Pair with rice or noodles.

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the beef in soy sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. The dish can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for three months.