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Slow Cooker Sesame Ginger Beef

Make takeout night easier with slow cooker sesame ginger beef! The chuck roast cooks until fall-apart tender in a rich, flavorful sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dinner, entree, main, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: Asian, Asian American
Keyword: crock pot sesame beef, crockpot sesame beef, ginger beef, sesame ginger beef, sesame ginger beef recipe, slow cooker sesame beef, slow cooker sesame ginger beef, slow cooker sesame ginger beef recipe
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

  • 1 4-8 quart slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 2-3 pounds chuck roast cut into 1-2 inch cubes
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • ½ cup soy sauce I used low-sodium
  • ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions additional for garnish
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic about 3 cloves
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water to make a slurry
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Add 2-3 pounds chuck roast to the bowl of a 4-8 quart slow cooker.
  • Whisk together ½ cup beef broth, ½ cup soy sauce, ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar, ¼ cup sliced green onions, 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a medium bowl.
  • Pour the sauce over the beef. Cover and cook on LOW for 8-9 hours, or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and falls apart easily.
  • In the last 30-45 minutes of cooking, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry, then add it to the slow cooker. Cover and cook for the remaining time.
  • Serve over steamed white rice with sesame seeds and sliced green onions as garnish.

Notes

How to Store Leftovers
  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
  • Freezer: Freeze uncooked beef with the sauce (without the cornstarch slurry) in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before cooking as directed.
  • Make Ahead: Combine the cubed beef and sauce ingredients in a freezer-safe bag and freeze until ready to use.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 967mg | Potassium: 635mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 4mg

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