{"id":"2b7f1043-1a2d-474b-8385-82096dabf1bd","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/2b7f1043-1a2d-474b-8385-82096dabf1bd","source_url":"https://feelslikehomeblog.com/crockpot-beef-and-broccoli-flank-steak/","title":"Crockpot Beef and Broccoli with Flank Steak","description":"This crockpot beef and broccoli simmers flank steak in a savory Asian-inspired sauce until it turns melt in your mouth tender, then gets finished with broccoli and a cornstarch slurry that thickens everything to rich, glossy perfection. It is a better than takeout dinner that tastes amazing over rice.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT300M","total_time":"PT310M","image_url":"https://feelslikehomeblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Crockpot-Beef-and-Broccoli-with-Flank-Steak-1-scaled.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1½ pounds flank steak (sliced thin)","item":"flank steak","quantity":1.5,"unit":"lb","preparation":"sliced thin"},{"text":"1 medium sweet onion (diced)","item":"medium sweet onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"diced"},{"text":"2 cloves garlic (pressed or minced)","item":"garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","preparation":"pressed or minced"},{"text":"½ cup beef broth","item":"beef broth","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"½ cup stir fry sauce (homemade if possible)","item":"stir fry sauce","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"homemade if possible"},{"text":"1 tablespoon brown sugar","item":"brown sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon cornstarch","item":"cornstarch","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons warm water","item":"warm water","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"11 ounces broccoli florets","item":"broccoli florets","quantity":11,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"rice (or cauliflower rice, prepared)","item":"rice","preparation":"or cauliflower rice, prepared"},{"text":"sesame seeds (for garnish)","item":"sesame seeds","preparation":"for garnish"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Add the sliced beef, diced onion, garlic, beef stock, stir fry sauce, and brown sugar to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine."},{"number":2,"text":"Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours, until the beef is tender."},{"number":3,"text":"In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons warm water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the Crockpot to thicken the sauce."},{"number":4,"text":"Add the broccoli florets during the final 30 minutes of cooking. Cover and continue cooking until broccoli is tender but still vibrant green."},{"number":5,"text":"Taste and adjust seasoning if needed."},{"number":6,"text":"Serve hot over rice or cauliflower rice. Garnish with sesame seeds."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:14.362068+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:14.362068+00:00"}