Crockpot Korean Barbecue
Ingredients
- 2-2 1/2 lb flank steak
- 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup diced onion
- 3/4 cup brown sugar or substitute
- 1/2-1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup beef broth
- Optional additions: rice
noodles, vegetables
Directions
- 1
To a Crockpot, whisk together all the ingredients except the steak. Once combined, submerge the steak.
- 2
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- 3
Transfer the meat to a cutting board and shred with 2 forks. Return the meat to the crockpot to reheat for 10 minutes.
- 4
Serve over rice or noodles and enjoy!
Crockpot Korean Barbecue
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About this Recipe
Craving the savory, sweet, and slightly spicy flavors of Korean barbecue without the fuss? This Crockpot Korean Barbecue recipe lets you achieve restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.
The magic happens in the slow cooker, transforming humble flank steak into incredibly tender, pull-apart meat. The well-balanced sauce, a rich blend of reduced-sodium soy sauce, aromatic sesame oil, sweet brown sugar, and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes, infuses every fiber of the beef as it slowly braises. This means you get deep, complex flavors with less than 10 minutes of hands-on prep time.
What to Expect
When you lift the lid, you'll be greeted with incredibly tender, succulent flank steak, bathed in a rich, glossy sauce. The combination of garlic powder, diced onion, and beef broth creates a robust base, while the cornstarch ensures the sauce is thick enough to cling beautifully to the meat. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of umami, subtle sweetness, and a pleasant kick of heat, creating a deeply satisfying meal.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adjust the crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level, from a mild hint to a fiery kick. The recipe already notes that you can use a brown sugar substitute if preferred. For a heartier meal, consider adding optional vegetables like sliced carrots or bell peppers during the last hour of cooking in the slow cooker.
Serving & Context
Serve this Crockpot Korean Barbecue over a bed of fluffy white rice or noodles, perhaps with a side of steamed vegetables, for a complete and satisfying meal. It's an ultimate weeknight hero, delivering impressive flavor with minimal effort.