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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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This easy slow cooker beef and broccoli stir fry features tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a sticky-sweet honey garlic sauce. It’s a comforting, better-than-takeout meal perfect for busy weeknights with minimal prep and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger)
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Cooked white or brown rice, for serving (optional)
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. If needed, freeze the beef for 15 minutes to make slicing easier.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, beef broth, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar (if using), ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Add the sliced beef to the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with sliced onion and minced garlic. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over everything and toss gently to coat.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–2.5 hours, until the beef is tender but not falling apart.
  5. About 30–40 minutes before serving, add the broccoli florets. (If using frozen broccoli, add it 20–25 minutes before the end.) Stir gently to coat the broccoli in sauce.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 15–20 minutes more, until the sauce is glossy and thickened.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve over warm rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for tenderness. Add broccoli near the end to keep it crisp-tender. For gluten-free, use Tamari and check broth. Double easily for meal prep. Sauce can be thickened on the stovetop if needed. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.

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Keywords: slow cooker, beef and broccoli, honey garlic, stir fry, easy dinner, crockpot, takeout, meal prep, gluten-free option, family friendly

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