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Honey Garlic Beef Cubes Slow Cooker

Honey Garlic Beef Cubes Slow Cooker
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Honey Garlic Beef Cubes Slow Cooker is a rich and savory dish featuring tender beef cubes simmered in a luscious sauce made with sweet honey, fresh garlic, soy sauce, and beef broth. This effortless slow cooker recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth beef with a perfectly balanced sweet and savory flavor, ideal for busy weeknights or comforting family meals.

Ingredients

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Beef

  • 1.5 to 2 pounds beef cubes (chuck roast or stew beef), trimmed of excess fat

Sauce

  • 4 to 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup beef broth

Thickener

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Seasonings

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Beef Cubes: Trim any excess fat from the beef cubes to avoid a greasy sauce. Season the beef with salt and black pepper to lay the foundation for rich flavor as the meat cooks down.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and beef broth until well combined. This sauce mixture will infuse the beef with sweet and savory goodness during slow cooking.
  3. Combine and Cook: Place the seasoned beef cubes in the slow cooker. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and gently stir to combine evenly. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is tender and melts in your mouth.
  4. Thicken the Sauce: About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker and continue cooking to thicken the sauce into a glossy, sticky glaze that coats the beef cubes.
  5. Final Taste and Serve: Give the dish a final stir, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot with your choice of sides such as steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles.

Notes

  • Choosing chuck roast or stew meat results in the most tender beef after slow cooking.
  • Searing beef cubes before adding to the slow cooker enhances flavor through caramelization but is optional.
  • Use fresh garlic for a brighter, more vibrant flavor compared to pre-minced garlic.
  • Cook on low and slow for best tenderness; patience is key.
  • Add cornstarch slurry gradually to achieve desired sauce thickness without over-thickening.

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Keywords: Honey Garlic Beef, Slow Cooker Beef, Easy Dinner, Tender Beef Cubes, Honey Garlic Sauce

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