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Crockpot and Broccoli Recipe

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Enjoy classic Chinese takeout at home with this easy Crockpot Beef and Broccoli recipe. Tender flank steak slow-cooked in a savory soy-based sauce, paired with crisp broccoli florets, all cooked to perfection in your crockpot. Perfect served over rice, this comforting meal is simple to prepare and full of rich, satisfying flavors.

Ingredients

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Beef and Sauce

  • 1 1/2 lbs beef flank steak, sliced thin
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

Thickening and Vegetables

  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crockpot: Add sliced beef, soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic into the crockpot and stir to combine.
  2. Cook Beef: Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 4 hours until the beef is tender and infused with the savory sauce.
  3. Thicken Sauce and Add Broccoli: About 30 minutes before the cooking time ends, mix cornstarch with 1/4 cup water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the crockpot, then add broccoli florets, and continue cooking for another 30 minutes until the sauce thickens and broccoli is crisp-tender.
  4. Serve: Spoon the beef and broccoli mixture over steamed rice and enjoy your homemade Chinese comfort food!

Notes

  • Slice the beef thinly across the grain to ensure tenderness.
  • You can substitute flank steak with sirloin or skirt steak if desired.
  • Adjust the brown sugar amount to balance sweetness to your liking.
  • If you prefer softer broccoli, add it earlier, but be careful not to overcook.
  • Serve with steamed white or brown rice to soak up the delicious sauce.

Keywords: Crockpot Beef and Broccoli, Slow Cooker Chinese Recipes, Easy Beef and Broccoli, Crockpot Dinner, Chinese Takeout at Home

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