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Savory Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli Recipe Easy Better Than Takeout

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A tender, flavorful slow cooker beef and broccoli dish with a rich, savory sauce that rivals takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe balances tender beef with crisp-tender broccoli in a thick, homemade sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about one large head)
  • ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup beef broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil for searing
  • Optional garnishes: sliced green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef thinly against the grain, about ¼ inch thick, and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, oyster sauce (if using), and toasted sesame oil to make the sauce base.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the beef slices in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
  4. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker and pour the sauce evenly over the beef.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours or on HIGH for about 2 hours until beef is tender but not falling apart.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, steam or blanch broccoli florets until crisp-tender.
  7. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then add broccoli and slurry to the slow cooker.
  8. Cook uncovered on HIGH for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce and heat broccoli through.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Searing the beef before slow cooking adds depth of flavor. Add broccoli near the end to keep it crisp-tender. Use low sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth. Check beef tenderness at 3 hours to avoid overcooking. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Optional garnishes add freshness and texture.

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