Slow Cooker Beef & Broccoli
This slow cooker beef and broccoli is an easy crockpot dinner with tender beef, simple sauce, and fresh broccoli. Perfect for busy weeknights and beginner cooks.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1½ pounds flank steak or stewing beef, sliced thin
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup beef stock
- ¼ cup soy-free stir-fry style sauce, or Worcestershire-based substitute
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 10-11 ounces broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, cornstarch
Optional for Serving
- Cooked rice or noodles
- Sesame seeds
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add beef and base: Add sliced beef, onion, garlic, beef stock, sauce, and brown sugar to the slow cooker and stir gently.1½ pounds flank steak or stewing beef, 1 medium onion, 2 cloves garlic, ½ cup beef stock, ¼ cup soy-free stir-fry style sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours until tender.
- Make slurry: Mix cornflour with 2 tablespoons cold water.1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Thicken: Stir slurry into the slow cooker.
- Add broccoli: Add broccoli during the last 30 minutes and cook until tender but vibrant.10-11 ounces broccoli florets
- Finish: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
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NOTES
- Slice the beef thinly to ensure it turns out tender instead of chewy.
- Use low sodium broth, as the final seasoning will depend on both the broth and sauce.
- Add the broccoli at the end of cooking to keep it bright and not overcooked.
- Do not skip the cornstarch slurry, as it creates the thick, glossy sauce.
- When reheating, add a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce and restore the texture.
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