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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef and Broccoli

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This easy slow cooker honey garlic beef and broccoli recipe features tender beef, vibrant broccoli, and a sticky-sweet garlic sauce. It’s a comforting, family-friendly dinner perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds flank steak or chuck roast, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 2 heads)
  • 1/2 large onion, sliced thin
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally (optional)
  • Steamed white or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from beef and slice against the grain into 1/4-inch strips.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, beef broth, garlic, rice vinegar, ginger (if using), and black pepper until honey dissolves.
  3. Place sliced beef in the bottom of the slow cooker. Scatter onion and carrots (if using) over the beef. Pour sauce mixture evenly on top and toss to coat.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until beef is fork-tender.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Stir slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
  6. Add broccoli florets to the slow cooker, stir gently to coat, cover, and cook for the last 20-30 minutes until broccoli is bright green and just tender.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice, sprinkled with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.

Notes

Slice beef thin and against the grain for tenderness. Add broccoli at the end to avoid mushiness. Use Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free or soy-free diets. Prep beef and sauce the night before for easy meal prep. For extra veggies, add bell peppers or snap peas. If sauce is thin, cook uncovered for the last 10 minutes.

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