Slow Cooker Broccoli and Beef

Slow Cooker Broccoli and Beef

Once the calendar flips to September, my slow cooker practically parks itself on the kitchen counter and refuses to leave. And honestly? I’m not mad about it. Especially when I’ve got this Slow Cooker Broccoli and Beef simmering away all day—no babysitting required, just savory smells wafting through the house until dinner practically serves itself.

This is one of those set-it-and-forget-it recipes that hits every comfort food note. Juicy sliced sirloin gets slow-braised in a rich soy and sesame broth, while sweet onions, red pepper, and tender-crisp broccoli soak up every bit of flavor. Spoon it over fluffy jasmine rice, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and boom—you’re the weeknight dinner hero.

Slow Cooker Broccoli and Beef | The food Cafe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Weeknight-friendly: Toss it in the slow cooker and let it do the work.

• Crowd-pleaser: Even picky eaters love the sweet-savory combo.

• Customizable heat: Add more or less sriracha to match your spice level.

• Meal prep approved: Leftovers reheat beautifully.

Quick Ingredient Overview

• 1½ lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ sweet onion, chopped
• 1 packet dry onion soup mix
• 3 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)

Step by step instructions

1. Add steak, broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, sriracha, garlic, onion, soup mix, and green onions to the slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on LOW for 3½–4 hours, until steak is tender.
3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a few spoonfuls of the hot broth from the slow cooker. Stir into the slow cooker.
4. Add broccoli and bell pepper. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes.
5. Serve over jasmine rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions.

Tips & Tricks

• Slice steak thin: Helps it cook quickly and soak up all the flavors.
• Add the broccoli late: Keeps it crisp-tender.
• Use fresh garlic and onion: Adds the best flavor boost.

Nutrition Info (Per Serving):

• Calories: 468
• Carbs: 35g
• Protein: 36g
• Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 89mg
• Sodium: 1180mg
• Potassium: 785mg
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 19g
• Vitamin A: 1050IU
• Vitamin C: 85mg
• Calcium: 65mg
• Iron: 4.8mg

Join the Conversation

Looking for more savory slow cooker meals? Try these:

• Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie
• Slow Cooker Creamy Sausage and Potato Soup
• Easy Crock Pot Mac and Cheese

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