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Slow Cooker Korean Beef

Tender Slow Cooker Korean Beef That's Effortlessly Delicious

This Slow Cooker Korean Beef recipe guarantees tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef with minimal prep time. Perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Substitute with chicken or vegetable broth for variations.
  • 1/2 cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce Regular soy sauce can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be a lower glycemic option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced or garlic powder can be alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can be replaced with other oils, but flavor will vary.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar White vinegar or apple cider vinegar can be used instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be a substitute, though fresh is preferred.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust to taste or use other chili sauces if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh chopped onions can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Black pepper can be used if needed.
For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Boneless Beef Chuck Roast Substitute with a different moist cut but adjust cooking times.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can be replaced with arrowroot or flour for thickening.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Substitute with chives if desired.
  • 1 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional garnish for flavor and texture.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Slow Cooker Korean Beef
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, reduced sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, fresh ginger, Sriracha, onion powder, and white pepper.
  2. Place your cubed boneless beef chuck roast into a 6-quart slow cooker. Pour the prepared sauce mixture evenly over the beef, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  4. Mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with ¼ cup water in a small bowl to form a slurry, then stir this mixture into the beef and sauce.
  5. Cover the slow cooker again and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Serve hot, garnishing with freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 34gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 645mgPotassium: 830mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 23mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Slow Cooker Korean Beef is a comforting, freezer-friendly dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.

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