Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound beef chuck roast boneless
sliced into thin strips
- 1 cup beef consomme or beef broth
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Frozen Broccoli Florets about 3 cups
I used one 14 oz bag
- White or brown rice cooked
Directions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beef consume, soy sauce, dark brown sugar, sesame oil, and garlic.
- 2
Lay the beef strips in the crockpot and pour the sauce over, tossing the strips to coat.
- 3
Turn the crockpot on low and cook for about 6 hours. Mine was ready at 5. You don't want to cook the beef too long or it will start to shred.
- 4
About an hour before it is done, take 1/4 cup of the sauce and whisk it in a small bowl with the cornstarch. Slowly stir this into the crockpot. Add in the broccoli the last 30 minutes and let the broccoli cook through. You don't want to add the broccoli until the very end or it will be mushy.
- 5
Serve over white rice and enjoy!!
Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of melt-in-your-mouth beef and savory sauce without hours of hands-on cooking? This Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli recipe delivers on all fronts, creating an incredibly flavorful meal with minimal effort. It's truly an "out of this world" dish that deserves a spot in your weekly rotation.
Why This Recipe Works
The secret to this recipe's success lies in the magic of the slow cooker. By allowing the beef chuck roast to simmer gently for hours, it transforms into unbelievably tender, succulent strips that literally melt in your mouth. The slow cooking also allows the rich, savory sauce to fully infuse the beef, building deep, complex flavors that are far more satisfying than any takeout.
You'll be greeted with incredibly tender beef, swimming in a rich, savory sauce that perfectly balances the sweetness of dark brown sugar with the umami depth of soy sauce and beef consomme. The minced garlic and fragrant sesame oil add layers of aromatic complexity, while the cornstarch creates a wonderfully thick, glossy coating for the beef. The bright green frozen broccoli florets, added at the right time, maintain their vibrant color and a tender-crisp texture, providing a delightful contrast to the succulent beef.
Customization & Variations
This versatile dish is easy to adapt to your pantry. The recipe explicitly offers the choice of beef consomme or beef broth, either of which will provide a delicious base for the sauce. While the recipe specifies dark brown sugar, you could experiment with other sweeteners if needed, though dark brown sugar adds a unique depth. Feel free to adjust the amount of frozen broccoli to your liking, as the recipe suggests "about 3 cups (I used one 14 oz bag)" which leaves room for personal preference.
Serving & Context
Serve this hearty Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli over hot white or brown rice for a complete and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or for feeding a small gathering, offering comfort and incredible flavor with minimal fuss.