Chinese-style Slow Cooker Braised Beef and Potatoes

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a slow cooker, combine the beef, potatoes, onion, garlic, and ginger.
2. 2.In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour the mixture over the beef and potatoes and stir to combine.
3. 3.Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is tender.
4. 4.In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water. Stir the mixture into the slow cooker and cook on high for 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5. 5.Serve the beef and potatoes over rice, garnished with sliced green onions.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a little kick, add some sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• chevron_rightIf you don't have a slow cooker, you can also make this in a Dutch oven on the stove or in the oven at 325F for 3-4 hours.