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!
- 21 Feb 2025
- Cook time 120 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 11 Ingredients
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:
Instructions:
- 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.
- Place the thinly sliced beef in the slow cooker.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef, ensuring the meat is well-coated.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Size | 820 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 1470kcal | 73% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 90g | 60% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 160g | 46% |
| Fiber 10g | 25% |
| Sugar 13g | 13% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 50g | 56% |
| Saturated 18g | 59% |
| Cholesterol 270mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 24ug | 3% |
| Choline 330mg | 60% |
| Vitamin B1 1.31mg | 109% |
| Vitamin B2 0.86mg | 66% |
| Vitamin B3 20mg | 122% |
| Vitamin B6 1.58mg | 93% |
| Vitamin B9 590ug | 147% |
| Vitamin B12 4.63ug | 193% |
| Vitamin C 280mg | 309% |
| Vitamin E 1.86mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K 310ug | 262% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 250mg | 19% |
| Copper, Cu 0.79mg | 87% |
| Iron, Fe 16mg | 136% |
| Magnesium, Mg 170mg | 39% |
| Phosphorus, P 850mg | 68% |
| Potassium, K 1800mg | 53% |
| Selenium, Se 100ug | 174% |
| Sodium, Na 1940mg | 129% |
| Zinc, Zn 20mg | 175% |
| 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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