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Slow Cooker Korean Beef

Easy Slow Cooker Korean Beef to Savor All Week Long

This Slow Cooker Korean Beef is a mouthwatering dish featuring tender chuck roast and a blend of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Simmering Time 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast Trim excess fat for easier shredding after cooking.
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Low sodium for a healthier option.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Caramelizes the beef.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Agave syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Enhances the dish with its nutty aroma.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works in a pinch.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated; can use ground ginger if fresh isn’t available.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh yields the best flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Thinly sliced.
For the Heat
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a gentle kick.
For Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish.
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Alternatively, use noodles.
  • 1 cup Optional Kimchi Enhances the culinary experience.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Combine with cold water to thicken the sauce.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Slow Cooker Korean Beef
  1. Begin by trimming excess fat from your chuck roast. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and seasonings including red pepper flakes and black pepper. Add thinly sliced onion.
    Slow Cooker Korean Beef
  2. Place the trimmed chuck roast into your slow cooker, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce. Set cooker to low for 8 to 10 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours until tender.
    Slow Cooker Korean Beef
  3. After cooking, remove the roast and shred with two forks. For a thicker sauce, combine cornstarch with cold water and add to the sauce, or simmer some sauce on the stovetop.
    Slow Cooker Korean Beef
  4. Return shredded beef to slow cooker, stir to coat with sauce, and simmer for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
    Slow Cooker Korean Beef
  5. Serve by spooning beef over cooked rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Offer kimchi on the side.
    Slow Cooker Korean Beef

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Experiment with add-ins like bell peppers or carrots for more nutrition and flavor.

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