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Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli:

Savory Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli for Easy Weeknight Dinners

A delicious Whole30 Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli recipe, combining tender beef and vibrant broccoli in a flavorful sauce for easy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Thickening Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1.5-2 lbs Beef Roast cut into strips against the grain for tenderness
  • 0.5 tsp Salt essential for enhancing overall taste
  • 0.25 tsp Ground Pepper adds a mild heat
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Beef Broth consider low-sodium for a healthier option
  • 0.5 cup Coconut Aminos gluten-free soy sauce substitute
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic enhances flavor
  • 3 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil adds a nutty depth of flavor
  • 2 tsp Minced Ginger recommended fresh for a zesty kick
  • 1 tsp White Wine Vinegar balances the flavors
  • 0.25 tsp Chinese 5 Spice Powder offers warm, complex flavors
For Thicker Sauce
  • 2.5 tbsp Arrowroot Flour acts as a thickener
For the Veggies
  • 1 large White Onion diced to add sweetness
  • 4-5 cups Broccoli Florets fresh is best, but frozen can be used

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by chopping the onion into medium pieces and slice the beef roast against the grain into strips. For bonus flavor, consider searing the beef in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes per side until browned, then transfer it to the slow cooker.
  2. In the slow cooker, add the beef, diced onion, beef broth, coconut aminos, minced garlic, toasted sesame oil, minced ginger, white wine vinegar, salt, Chinese 5 spice powder, and ground pepper. Stir all the ingredients well to ensure everything is evenly combined.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 3–4 hours or low for 6 hours. Check the beef for doneness; it should be tender and easily shred with a fork.
  4. Once the beef is cooked, mix the arrowroot flour with an equal amount of room-temperature water to create a smooth slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker.
  5. Next, stir in the fresh broccoli florets, ensuring they are well incorporated into the sauce. Cover the slow cooker again and let it cook on low for an additional 10–15 minutes.
  6. Once the broccoli is tender and the sauce has reached your desired thickness, serve your delightful Easy Whole30 Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli over cauliflower rice or alongside steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider serving over fresh cauliflower rice or alongside steamed veggies for a complete meal.

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