If you love Korean flavors and saving time, you’ll love this slow cooker Korean beef recipe! In today’s recipe, I’m sharing one of my favorite slow cooker recipes that blends sweet and savory Korean flavors to make the most delicious rice bowl. This recipe is a game-changer when it comes to convenient and delicious meals that the whole family will love. Let’s dive in!
Table of Contents:
- Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe
- What You’ll Need for This Recipe
- How to Make Slow Cooker Korean Beef
- FAQs: Storing, Reheating, Substitutions
- Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe
- Sweet and savory goodness: this recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and savory, which in my humble opinion, is key to a delicious Korean beef dish!
- Effortless as it comes: over in this corner of Fresh Cup of Joy, we’re all about quick and convenient recipes that feel effortless, but taste amazing. This is one of those!
- Family favorite: whether it’s a busy weeknight or a weekend gathering, this Korean beef recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
If you want a convenient, yet delicious dinner recipe, this easy slow cooker Korean beef recipe is IT!
What You’ll Need for This Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe
To create this delicious Slow Cooker Korean Beef dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 2-3 pounds of flank steak, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cups honey
- 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1.5 tsp sriracha
- Pepper, to taste
- 1.5 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with 1/4 cup water
- Green onions, sesame seeds for garnish
Gather these ingredients, and you’ll be all set to create a mouthwatering Slow Cooker Korean Beef!
How to Make Slow Cooker Korean Beef
- Coat the sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp of cornstarch.
- Place the coated steak strips in the slow cooker and add all the ingredients, including beef broth, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender.
- In a small bowl, combine 1.5 tbsp of cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water. Stir the mixture into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
- Once cooked, garnish the Korean beef with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal experience.
Enjoy all the amazing flavors of this Easy Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe!
FAQs: Storing, Reheating, Substitutions
Store any leftover Korean beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheat the beef gently in a pan on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adjusting the spice level with more or less sriracha, or swapping out the type of meat for your preference.
Have more questions about storing, reheating, or customizing this Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe? Feel free to ask in the comments section!
Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds flank steak cut into strips
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp ginger grated
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1.5 tsp sriracha
- Pepper to taste
- 1.5 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup water
- Green onions sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Coat the sliced flank steak with cornstarch.
- Place the steak in the slow cooker and add beef broth, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Thicken the sauce with cornstarch and water mixture.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of sriracha.
- Serve the Korean beef over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Check out my other slow cooker recipes:
- https://freshcupofjoy.com/bolognese-slow-cooker/
- https://freshcupofjoy.com/chicken-pot-pie-recipe-slow-cooker/
- https://freshcupofjoy.com/slow-cooker-beef-pasta-sauce/
- https://freshcupofjoy.com/slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup/
- https://freshcupofjoy.com/slow-cooker-birria-tacos/
- https://freshcupofjoy.com/slow-cooker-braised-beef-with-red-wine/
This Easy Slow Cooker Korean Beef Recipe is a game-changer for busy days when you crave a delicious and satisfying meal without the hassle. With simple ingredients, minimal prep time, and the convenience of the slow cooker, you can enjoy a flavorful Korean beef dish your entire family is sure to love. Let us know in the comments below if you try this recipe!
