Slow cooker beef and broccoli

Discover the easiest way to make delicious Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli at home! This recipe combines tender beef, fresh broccoli, and a rich, savory sauce made from beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Just set it and forget it, and come back to a mouthwatering meal served perfectly over white rice. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping!

  • 16 May 2025
  • Cook time 120 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 11 Ingredients

Slow cooker beef and broccoli

Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli is an easy, delicious way to enjoy a classic Asian-inspired dish right at home. With tender pieces of beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce served over a bed of white rice, this meal is sure to become a family favorite. Utilizing a slow cooker simplifies the process, making it convenient for busy days while ensuring a perfectly cooked, flavorful dish.

Ingredients:

1 cup beef broth
240g
1/4 cup soy sauce
70g
1/4 cup oyster sauce
70g
1/4 cup brown sugar
36g
1 tbsp sesame oil
14g
3 garlic cloves
9g
2 lb beef
910g
1/4 cup water
60g
2 tbsp cornstarch
16g
2 bunches broccoli
1220g
4 cups white rice
630g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Mix until the brown sugar is dissolved.
2. Prepare the Beef:
- Place the thinly sliced beef in the slow cooker.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef, ensuring the meat is well-coated.
3. Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the beef is tender. If you’re in a hurry, cook on high for 2-3 hours.
4. Prepare the Thickening Agent:
- About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth to create a cornstarch slurry.
5. Thicken the Sauce:
- Add the cornstarch slurry to the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
- Let it cook for another 30 minutes, uncovered, until the sauce has thickened.
6. Cook the Broccoli:
- While the sauce is thickening, blanch or steam the broccoli until just tender. This can be done on the stovetop by boiling water, adding the broccoli florets, and cooking for about 3-4 minutes, then immediately transferring them to an ice bath to maintain their vibrant color.
7. Combine and Serve:
- Once the sauce in the slow cooker has thickened, add the cooked broccoli to the slow cooker and gently stir to combine everything.
- Serve hot over cooked white rice.

Tips:

- For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef in the beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

- Slice the beef thinly against the grain to ensure it stays tender during the slow cooking process.

- To maintain the broccoli’s texture and vibrant color, add it to the slow cooker in the last 30 minutes of cooking.

- If you prefer a thicker sauce, dissolve an additional 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water and stir it into the sauce 10-15 minutes before serving.

- Serve the dish with freshly cooked white rice to absorb the delicious sauce. You can also try using brown rice or quinoa for a healthier alternative.

This Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli recipe brings the comfort of homemade, flavorful Asian cuisine directly to your dining table. The combination of tender beef, fresh broccoli, and savory sauce over fluffy white rice is a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy to prepare and satisfying to eat. By following these steps, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size820 grams
Energy
Calories 1470kcal73%
Protein
Protein 90g60%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 160g46%
Fiber 10g25%
Sugar 13g13%
Fat
Fat 50g56%
Saturated 18g59%
Cholesterol 270mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 24ug3%
Choline 330mg60%
Vitamin B1 1.31mg109%
Vitamin B2 0.86mg66%
Vitamin B3 20mg122%
Vitamin B6 1.58mg93%
Vitamin B9 590ug147%
Vitamin B12 4.63ug193%
Vitamin C 280mg309%
Vitamin E 1.86mg12%
Vitamin K 310ug262%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 250mg19%
Copper, Cu 0.79mg87%
Iron, Fe 16mg136%
Magnesium, Mg 170mg39%
Phosphorus, P 850mg68%
Potassium, K 1800mg53%
Selenium, Se 100ug174%
Sodium, Na 1940mg129%
Zinc, Zn 20mg175%
Water
Water 510g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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