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Crockpot Beef and Broccoli Recipe

Emily Carter
A slow-cooked, flavor-packed beef and broccoli dish in a rich, garlicky soy sauce. Effortless, satisfying, and better than your favorite takeout spot.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 360 kcal

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.
This Crockpot Beef and Broccoli delivers big, bold flavors with zero effort. Once you try it, your takeout menus will start gathering dust.