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Crockpot Beef and Broccoli Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Crockpot Beef and Broccoli recipe offers a delicious, hands-off way to enjoy a classic Chinese takeout favorite at home. Tender flank steak slow-cooked in a savory sauce of soy, beef broth, brown sugar, garlic, and sesame oil, combined with fresh broccoli for a wholesome, hearty meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is simple to prepare and comes together effortlessly in the crockpot, delivering rich flavors and comforting textures.

Ingredients

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Beef and Sauce

  • 1 1/2 pounds flank steak (or beef chuck), sliced against the grain in thin strips
  • 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

Thickening and Vegetables

  • 2-3 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3-4 cups chopped broccoli (frozen or fresh)

Instructions

  1. Add beef: Place the 1 1/2 pounds of sliced flank steak into the base of your crockpot, spreading it evenly.
  2. Make sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic until well combined. Pour this sauce mixture over the beef in the crockpot, ensuring the beef is well coated.
  3. Cook beef: Cover and set the crockpot to low. Cook the beef mixture for 3 to 4 hours until the meat is tender and cooked through, absorbing the rich flavors of the sauce.
  4. Thicken sauce and add broccoli: Remove about 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid from the crockpot (or substitute with 1/4 cup water) and whisk in 2 to 3 tablespoons of cornstarch until smooth. Stir this mixture back into the crockpot. Add 3 to 4 cups of chopped broccoli on top and cook for an additional 20 minutes on high until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant.
  5. Serve: Season the beef and broccoli to taste, then serve hot over cooked rice. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • This recipe is incredibly simple, requiring minimal prep time while the crockpot does all the cooking work for a tender and flavorful meal.
  • You can substitute flank steak with beef chuck if preferred.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce and beef broth to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • For thicker sauce, adjust the cornstarch quantity as needed.
  • Serve with steamed rice or your favorite grain to complete the meal.
  • Frozen broccoli works just as well as fresh, offering convenience without sacrificing flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 247 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 587 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 68 mg

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