Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli
Packed with tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory sauce, this is the best beef and broccoli you’ll ever have. Perfect for busy days, this dish brings the taste of your favorite takeout to your home kitchen!
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 353kcal
Cost: $15
Ingredients
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 1/2 lbs sirloin steak thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons water
- 4 cups broccoli florets 1- 2 heads, cut into small pieces
- 2 cups cooked rice optional
Instructions
- In a 6-quart slow cooker, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until the sugar is dissolved.
- Place the thinly sliced beef into the slow cooker, tossing to ensure each piece is well-coated with the sauce.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the beef is tender. You can also cook this on high for about 2 1/2 hours instead.
- About 30 minutes before serving, whisk together cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
- Add the broccoli florets to the slow cooker, stirring to combine. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the beef and broccoli over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
Ingredients
Here is a quick look at the ingredients and their possible substitutions!- Beef – Thinly sliced flank steak or sirloin is the best option for tender, flavorful meat.
- Beef Broth – While this adds depth and richness to the sauce you can omit it completely or opt for water instead.
- Soy Sauce – We typically use Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce) but use your favorite brand.
- Brown Sugar – Balances the savory elements with a touch of sweetness. You can also use maple syrup if you prefer.
- Sesame Oil –This is crucial to achieving the classic taste that you expect from beef and broccoli.
- Garlic – Fresh minced garlic adds a wonderful depth. You can use powdered instead if needed.
- Cornstarch – This thickens the sauce to the perfect consistency, but you can also use arrowroot instead.
- Broccoli Florets – Fresh broccoli yields the best texture, but you can also use frozen if needed!
- Cooked Rice – Served as a base to soak up the delicious sauce! It's not a must, but certainly recommended!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 1317mg | Potassium: 673mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 378IU | Vitamin C: 54mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg
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