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Effortless Crock Pot Beef Bites: Best Savory Dinner Recipe

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These crock pot beef bites are fork-tender, swimming in a rich, savory sauce that thickens perfectly on its own. They’re effortless, deeply satisfying, and prove you don’t need fancy techniques or expensive cuts of meat to create something truly delicious.

Ingredients

  • Beef chuck or sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes (2 lbs / 900 g)
  • Low-sodium soy sauce (1/3 cup / 80 ml)
  • Beef broth (1/2 cup / 120 ml)
  • Brown sugar, packed (2 tablespoons / 25 g)
  • Worcestershire sauce (1 tablespoon / 15 ml)
  • Garlic, minced (4 cloves, or 1 tablespoon / 15 g)
  • Onion powder (1 teaspoon / 2.5 g)
  • Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon / 1 g)
  • Cornstarch (2 tablespoons / 16 g) mixed with water (2 tablespoons / 30 ml)
  • Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs (2-3 sprigs)

Instructions

  1. Prep the beef (10 minutes): Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, cut the beef into 1-inch cubes, trimming off any large pieces of fat as you go. Season the cubes generously with salt, pepper, and the onion powder. Toss to coat.
  2. Sear the beef (optional but recommended, 8-10 minutes): Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil. Working in batches, sear the beef cubes for 2-3 minutes per side until deeply browned. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker.
  3. Make the sauce (3 minutes): In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the minced garlic. Pour this mixture over the beef in the slow cooker. If using fresh herb sprigs, tuck them in now.
  4. Slow cook (4-6 hours on low, or 2.5-3 hours on high): Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 4 to 6 hours, or high for 2.5 to 3 hours. The beef is ready when it’s fork-tender and easily shreds with a gentle pull.
  5. Thicken the sauce (last 30 minutes): About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Pour this slurry into the slow cooker and gently stir to combine. Cover and cook for the remaining 30 minutes. The sauce will thicken into a glossy, rich gravy.
  6. Finish and serve (5 minutes): Remove the herb sprigs if used. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the beef bites hot over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or with crusty bread.

Notes

Don’t skip the sear for best flavor. Cut beef uniformly for even cooking. Cook low and slow for most tender results. Don’t lift the lid too often. Add cornstarch slurry at the end to prevent gloopy sauce. Use low-sodium soy sauce to avoid over-salting. Can hold on warm setting for up to an hour.

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