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Crockpot Beef and Broccoli Recipe

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian-American

Description

This easy Crockpot Beef and Broccoli recipe delivers tender slices of beef cooked slowly in a savory and slightly sweet sauce with fresh broccoli, perfect for a comforting and hands-off meal. Ready in under 4 hours, it’s an ideal slow-cooker dinner served over rice for a classic takeout-style dish made right at home.

Ingredients

Beef and Sauce

  • 1 1/2 pounds flank steak or beef chuck, sliced thinly against the grain
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

Thickener and Vegetables

  • 2-3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3-4 cups chopped broccoli, fresh or frozen

Instructions

  1. Add Beef: Place the thinly sliced beef into the base of your crockpot, spreading it out evenly to prepare for slow cooking.
  2. Whisk Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the low-sodium beef broth, low-sodium soy sauce, light brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Whisk thoroughly to blend all the flavors together.
  3. Cook Beef: Pour the prepared sauce over the beef in the crockpot. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until the beef is fully cooked and tender.
  4. Thicken Sauce: Remove 1/4 cup of liquid from the crockpot (or use 1/4 cup water) and whisk in 2 to 3 tablespoons of cornstarch until smooth. Stir this mixture back into the crockpot to thicken the sauce.
  5. Add Broccoli: Add the chopped broccoli to the crockpot, then cover and cook on high for an additional 20 minutes or until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant.
  6. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the beef and broccoli hot over rice, optionally garnished with sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.

Notes

  • Using flank steak or beef chuck gives the best texture after slow cooking.
  • Low-sodium soy sauce and broth help control sodium levels for a healthier dish.
  • Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Frozen broccoli works well if fresh is unavailable—no need to thaw before adding.
  • For a thicker sauce, you can increase cornstarch slightly but add gradually to avoid over-thickening.
  • Serve with steamed white or brown rice to soak up the delicious sauce.

Find it online: https://suerecipe.com/crockpot-beef-and-broccoli-recipe/