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Slow-Cooker Beef and Broccoli

Tender beef and perfectly cooked broccoli in a savory, slightly sweet sauce, made easily in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds beef chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • Sesame seeds optional garnish
  • Sliced green onions optional garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chuck roast into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  • In a slow cooker, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
  • Add the cubed beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat in the sauce.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until beef is very tender.
  • About 30 minutes before beef is done, whisk together cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth to make a slurry.
  • Pour the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker and stir well.
  • Add broccoli florets to the slow cooker and stir gently to coat.
  • Cover and continue cooking for 30 minutes, or until broccoli is tender-crisp.
  • Serve over rice, quinoa, or your choice of side. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.