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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef

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  • Author: Margaret Holloway
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 420 mins
  • Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dishes

Description

Tender beef chunks simmered low and slow in a rich honey-garlic sauce, accented by savory soy and brown sugar notes, finished with a glossy, thickened glaze for maximum flavor in every bite.


Ingredients

  • 2 pound beef chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper and place them in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, beef broth, brown sugar, and minced garlic.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or on high for 4–5 hours, until the beef is tender.
  5. Remove the beef and shred it using two forks, then return the shredded meat to the slow cooker.
  6. In a small bowl, stir the cornstarch and cold water together until smooth.
  7. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  8. Cook on high for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

Notes

  • You can substitute beef chuck roast with brisket or short ribs for different textures.
  • For extra depth of flavor, add a teaspoon of sesame oil or a splash of rice vinegar.
  • Adjust the amount of honey and brown sugar to reach your desired sweetness level.
  • Serve over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes and garnish with green onions if desired.