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Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Sauce

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This Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Sauce delivers incredibly tender beef in a savory-sweet garlic sauce, with perfectly cooked broccoli. It’s a simple, set-it-and-forget-it meal that’s better than takeout and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, sliced against the grain into thin strips
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef chuck roast dry with paper towels and slice against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in batches, sear the beef strips for 2-3 minutes per side until deeply browned. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until the brown sugar is mostly dissolved.
  4. Pour the garlic sauce over the seared beef in the slow cooker and stir gently to coat. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, make the cornstarch slurry: in a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Turn the slow cooker to HIGH (if not already), pour in the slurry, and stir gently. Cook uncovered for 30 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
  6. While the sauce thickens, prepare the broccoli. For crisp-tender broccoli, steam on the stovetop for 3-4 minutes until bright green. Alternatively, add raw broccoli florets to the slow cooker during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
  7. Once the sauce is thick and glossy, gently stir in the steamed broccoli. Serve immediately over steamed rice, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

For the most tender beef, slice against the grain and don’t skip the searing step. Add broccoli at the end to avoid mushiness. The cornstarch slurry is essential for a thick, glossy sauce. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: slow cooker beef and broccoli, beef and broccoli, garlic sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Chinese takeout, healthy dinner

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