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slow cooker heaven: spicy oriental beef

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Andy59 avatar
Wichita, KS
Updated on Mar 9, 2016

This is a simple dish that demonstrates the convenience of using a slow cooker… Just set it and forget it. The spice is not overwhelming, but perfectly compliments the beef. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 6 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • THE BEEF
  • 2-3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose variety
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, or more if needed
  • THE SAUCE
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cups beef stock, not broth
  • 1/2 cup tamari sauce
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon hot sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • - freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • - sesame seed, for garnish

How To Make slow cooker heaven: spicy oriental beef

  • Step 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • Step 2
    THE BEEF
  • Step 3
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 4
    Add some salt & pepper to the flour, and place in a large bowl.
  • Step 5
    Toss the beef slices with the flour.
  • Step 6
    Add the oil to a heavy-bottom pot, over medium heat.
  • Step 7
    Add the beef in batches to the pot.
  • Step 8
    Cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Step 9
    Add the browned beef to the slow cooker.
  • Step 10
    THE SAUCE
  • Step 11
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 12
    Add the chopped onions to the pot.
  • Step 13
    Cook until transluent and soft, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Step 14
    Add the remainder of the sauce ingredients, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Step 15
    Add the sauce to the slow cooker and mix with the beef.
  • Step 16
    Cook on low for 6 hours.
  • Step 17
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • Step 18
    Cube or shred the beef, serve over long-grained white rice or egg noodles, and then garnish with some sesame seeds. Enjoy.
  • Step 19
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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