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Slow Cooker Korean Beef

Slow Cooker Korean Beef: Tender, Flavor-Packed Delight

This Slow Cooker Korean Beef recipe offers a tender and flavorful dish, perfect for meal prep and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Beef Broth opt for low-sodium to control saltiness
  • ½ cup Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce use reduced sodium to prevent excessive saltiness
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option
  • 6 Garlic minced; fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil can be replaced with neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar apple cider vinegar works as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger fresh yields the best taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust for taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder fresh chopped onions can replace
  • ½ teaspoon White Pepper black pepper is a suitable alternative
For the Beef
  • 2-3 pounds Boneless Beef Chuck Roast can swap for brisket or round roast
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch used to thicken the sauce
For the Garnish
  • Green Onions fresh garnish; omit if preferred
  • Sesame Seeds optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, reduced sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, freshly grated ginger, Sriracha, onion powder, and white pepper until thoroughly combined.
  2. Place a boneless beef chuck roast into the slow cooker, pour the marinade over it, ensuring it is well coated.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  4. About 30 minutes before the cooking time is complete, mix cornstarch with cold water, and stir this slurry into the slow cooker.
  5. Once cooking is finished, remove the beef from the slow cooker, let it rest, and shred with forks. Serve over rice or in tacos, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Make sure to choose a quality cut for the best results. This dish is versatile and can be served in multiple ways, ensuring delicious meals any night of the week.

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