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Cozy Crockpot Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Sauce

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This cozy crockpot beef and broccoli with garlic sauce is a set-it-and-forget-it meal that delivers tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef and crisp-tender broccoli in a rich, sticky, umami-packed garlic sauce. It’s better than takeout and made with simple, real ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips against the grain
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, extra sesame oil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef chuck roast against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick. Pat dry with paper towels and season with black pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear half the beef strips in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until deeply browned. Transfer to the crockpot. Repeat with remaining oil and beef.
  3. Deglaze the skillet by pouring in 1/4 cup of the beef broth and scraping up the browned bits. Pour this liquid into the crockpot over the beef.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Pour over the beef in the crockpot and stir gently.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to form a slurry. Uncover the crockpot, pour in the slurry, and stir. Replace the lid and cook on HIGH for 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  7. Add the broccoli florets to the crockpot, stirring gently. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 15-20 minutes, until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

Searing the beef is essential for deep flavor. Do not add broccoli at the start; add it in the last 20 minutes to keep it crisp-tender. For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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