Description

A simple and flavorful slow cooker recipe for tender beef and crisp-tender broccoli in a rich garlic ginger sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 300 g)
½ cup low sodium soy sauce (120 ml)
½ cup beef broth (120 ml)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey (optional)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips about ¼ inch thick. Slightly freeze the beef for 20 minutes to make slicing easier.
Cut fresh broccoli into bite-sized florets and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using until sugar dissolves.
Place the sliced beef in the bottom of the crockpot and pour the sauce over the beef, coating all strips. Do not add broccoli yet.
Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until beef is tender and sauce has thickened slightly. Avoid opening the lid frequently.
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the broccoli florets. Cover and cook on low for 25 to 30 minutes until broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
Mix cornstarch with cold water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the crockpot and cook uncovered for another 5 to 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

Add broccoli late in cooking to avoid mushiness. Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Cornstarch slurry thickens sauce without clumps. For gluten-free, substitute tamari or coconut aminos for soy sauce and arrowroot powder for cornstarch. Frozen broccoli can be used but add only in last 20-25 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4
Calories: 350
Fat: 12
Carbohydrates: 20
Protein: 30

Keywords: beef and broccoli, crockpot recipe, slow cooker, garlic ginger sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food