Description
This Slow Cooker Korean Beef recipe features tender, juicy chunks of beef chuck roast simmered in a flavorful blend of beef broth, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of Sriracha. Cooked low and slow for hours, the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender and is finished with a thickened, savory sauce, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Perfect served over rice or steamed vegetables for an easy and delicious Korean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Beef
- 3.5 lb boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
Thickener and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- Sesame seeds for seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, reduced sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, freshly grated ginger, Sriracha, and onion powder until well combined to make a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker: Place the cubed beef chuck roast into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the beef, making sure all pieces are coated thoroughly for maximum flavor infusion during cooking.
- Cook the Beef: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 7 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours. Cook until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Thicken the Sauce: About 30 minutes before the cooking time is complete, mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce to a rich, glossy consistency.
- Serve: Serve the hot Korean beef over steamed rice or broccoli. Garnish generously with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Enjoy your comforting and flavorful meal!
Notes
- Using reduced-sodium soy sauce helps control salt levels, but adjust seasoning with salt to your taste if needed.
- Fresh garlic and ginger provide the best flavor, but if unavailable, garlic powder and ground ginger are acceptable substitutes.
- Cut beef into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking. If your meat is pre-cut but has varying sizes, trim larger pieces for consistency.
