Slow Cooked Saucy Chinese Beef

Introduction

Slow Cooked Saucy Chinese Beef is the answer when you crave deeply savory, tender beef infused with bold Asian flavors and coated in a silky, rich sauce. Slow simmered until the beef nearly melts in your mouth, this dish is a sure-fire crowd-pleaser for family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining friends. The secret lies in the traditional mix of aromatic ginger, garlic, and soy sauce—all working together to create an unbeatable umami punch.

Why This Chinese Beef Will Be Your New Favorite

This recipe stands out for its irresistible balance of sweet, salty, and spicy notes—all wrapped up in a thick, luscious sauce. Using the slow cooker allows the tough beef cuts to transform into buttery, flavorful bites, while the vegetables remain vibrant and tender. Serve this saucy beef over jasmine rice or noodles, and you’ll have a complete meal that rivals your favorite takeout.

Preparing the Ingredients Perfectly

A well-prepped mise en place makes this recipe a breeze to throw together. Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for speedy dicing of carrots, bell peppers, and onions—keeping your prep time minimal and your pieces uniform for even cooking.

Cut your beef into bite-size chunks, and lightly season with salt, pepper, and a dusting of cornstarch to achieve a velvety texture once cooked. For added depth, toss aromatics like ginger and garlic straight into the pot.

The Art of Slow Cooking Saucy Beef

Layer the seasoned beef and chopped vegetables in your slow cooker. Mix together soy sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, beef broth, and a drizzle of sesame oil to form your sauce base. Pour this mixture over the beef and veggies, and let your slow cooker turn humble ingredients into an exquisite Chinese-inspired meal.

If you want to thicken the sauce before serving, create a cornstarch slurry and stir it in during the last 30 minutes. This results in a glossy, restaurant-worthy sauce that clings perfectly to every morsel. Use the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch if you want to reduce the sauce on the stove for extra thickness after slow cooking.

Serving and Storing Slow Cooked Saucy Chinese Beef

For optimal presentation, serve your beef atop fluffy rice or freshly steamed noodles in a deep bowl. If you plan to enjoy leftovers, store portions in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup). They keep your dish fresh and are ideal for quick reheating.

Top your finished dish with sliced scallions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a touch of color and crunch. To keep mealtime stress-free, protect your table surface with the Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack, White—perfect for family-style, saucy meals.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 6 hearty servings. Each serving contains approximately 400–450 calories, mostly from protein and a rich sauce. Serve with vegetables for balance or over a modest portion of rice if you wish to keep calories in check.

Recap: A Must-Try Slow Cooked Saucy Chinese Beef

If you love Chinese flavors, this dish is sure to become a household staple. With tender, flavorful beef and a sauce that’s both rich and silky, it’s the perfect blend of effortless technique and decadent flavor. Give it a try for your next family gathering or a cozy night in—this slow cooked saucy Chinese beef delivers every single time.

Instructions

1. Using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, chop onion, bell pepper, and carrots to uniform pieces.
2. Season beef chunks with salt and black pepper. Dust with 2 tbsp cornstarch and toss to coat evenly.
3. Add beef, onions, carrots, bell pepper, garlic, ginger, and any optional veggies to the slow cooker.
4. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, beef broth, and sesame oil. Pour over the beef and vegetables.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender.
6. For a thicker sauce, mix 2 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes.
7. Optional: If you want the sauce even thicker, transfer liquid to the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch and simmer on the stove for 3–5 minutes.
8. Serve the beef, vegetables, and plenty of sauce over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds. Store leftovers in the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) for easy lunches.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 7–8 hours (slow cook)

Total Time: About 8 hours 15 minutes