Description
Discover the joy of making Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli, a delightful dish that marries tender beef with vibrant broccoli in a savory-sweet sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, allowing you to enjoy rich flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic, transforming everyday components into a comforting meal everyone will love. Serve it over rice or noodles, or even in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option. With minimal preparation and maximum flavor, this dish will quickly become a staple in your weekly meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef flank steak (or chuck roast)
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Slice beef against the grain for tenderness and wash broccoli.
- In the slow cooker, combine sliced beef, broccoli florets, soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, garlic, and ginger; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
- For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and add to the slow cooker 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg