Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli: A Simple Recipe Delight
A simple and delicious slow cooker recipe for beef and broccoli that is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef flank steak, sliced thinly
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine beef, beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and sesame oil.
- Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add broccoli florets to the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry, then stir it into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar based on your sweetness preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg