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Slow Cooker Beef Bites

Tender, fork-tender beef cubes slow cooked in a savory-sweet sauce that makes for a perfect appetizer or main dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
  • sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat the beef cubes completely dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, sear the beef cubes on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the seared beef to your slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, and beef broth in a bowl, then pour over the onion mixture.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef in your slow cooker, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
  6. During the final 30 minutes, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker to thicken the cooking liquid into a glossy glaze.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Start these beef bites in the morning before work, and they'll be perfectly tender when you arrive home. Don't skip the searing step for better flavor. Cut beef into proper 2-inch cubes to prevent overcooking. Store refrigerated for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of beef broth. Can substitute coconut aminos for soy sauce (gluten-free), maple syrup for honey, or ground sirloin for chuck roast for a leaner option.