Description
This easy and flavorful beef and broccoli freezer meal is perfect for busy days. Prepare it ahead of time, freeze, and cook in your crock pot for a delicious, tender, and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
1 pound beef flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until sugar is dissolved.
Place the sliced beef in a gallon-sized freezer bag. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef, seal the bag removing excess air, and gently massage to combine.
Freeze the bag flat for easy storage and quicker thawing.
When ready to cook, thaw the freezer bag overnight in the refrigerator.
Transfer the beef and marinade to the crock pot. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.
After 5 hours, add the broccoli florets to the crock pot. Cover and cook on low for an additional 1 hour, until broccoli is tender and beef is cooked through.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
Stir the slurry into the crock pot. Cover and cook on high for 15 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours