Crockpot Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Takeout cravings hit hard, but so does the regret of spending $20 on something you could make better and cheaper at home. Enter Crockpot Beef and Broccoli, the ultimate fix for your Asian-inspired food obsession. No woks, no stir-frying, no standing over a hot stove—just tender beef, rich sauce, and perfectly cooked broccoli, all done for you. This slow-cooked magic soaks every bite in garlicky, savory goodness. Toss it over rice, pretend you’re a pro chef, and accept the praise. Warning: once you taste this, you might never order takeout again.
Crockpot Beef and Broccoli Recipe
A slow-cooked, flavor-packed beef and broccoli dish in a rich, garlicky soy sauce. Effortless, satisfying, and better than your favorite takeout spot.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional, for heat
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch for thickening sauce
- 1/4 cup cold water to mix with cornstarch
- Cooked white rice for serving
- Sesame seeds & green onions for garnish, optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Step 2: Assemble in the Crockpot
- Place sliced beef into the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
- Stir well to coat every piece.
Step 3: Slow Cook
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the beef is tender.
Step 4: Thicken the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
- Pour into the Crockpot, stir, and let cook for 20 more minutes.
Step 5: Add the Broccoli
- Toss broccoli into the Crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Stir to combine and let it soften in the sauce.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
- Spoon over hot rice, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~360
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin C: 45%
- Calcium: 12%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Potassium: 20%
Pro Tips for the Best Crockpot Beef and Broccoli
- Slice beef thinly to keep it melt-in-your-mouth tender.
- Add broccoli toward the end to keep it fresh and slightly crisp.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to avoid a salt overload.
- Thicken the sauce with cornstarch for that classic glossy texture.
- Serve over rice or noodles for the full experience.
