Slow Cooker Beef Broccoli (Print)

Beef cooked in savory sauce with broccoli, simmered to perfection for a comforting meal everyone will love.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 1 1/2 pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

→ Sauce

02 - 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1/3 cup beef broth
04 - 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
05 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
08 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
09 - 1/4 cup water

→ Vegetables

10 - 4 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen

→ Optional Garnishes

11 - 2 green onions, sliced
12 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
13 - Cooked white or brown rice, for serving

# How to Cook:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, beef broth, packed brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
02 - Place the thinly sliced beef into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and toss gently to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
03 - Cover and cook on low heat for 4 hours until the beef becomes tender.
04 - In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with water to create a smooth slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
05 - Arrange broccoli florets on top of the beef in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the sauce is thickened.
06 - Serve the beef and broccoli hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, over steamed rice if desired.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Relies on budget friendly beef cuts that become meltingly tender
  • Just fifteen minutes of prep before your slow cooker does all the work
  • One pot clean up makes this perfect for busy evenings
  • Customizable with extra veggies or spicy seasonings
02 -
  • High in protein for a satisfying and energizing meal
  • The dish is naturally dairy free and easily made gluten free by swapping the soy sauce
  • Broccoli stays bright and crisp thanks to the quick finish in the slow cooker
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife for slicing beef thinly and evenly for best results
  • Fresh ginger root adds unbeatable fragrance and brightness
  • Do not skip the cornstarch slurry since it gives you velvety sauce every time

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