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Slow Cooker Korean Beef

A delightful dish that combines savory and sweet flavors, perfect for busy weekdays or cozy weekend dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds Flank Steak, cut into thin strips
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon Minced Garlic Cloves
  • 0.5 cup Soy Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Beef Broth
  • 0.75 cup Brown Sugar
  • 0.25 cup Onion, chopped
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • Sesame Seeds For garnish
  • Green Onions, sliced For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the flank steak into thin strips to ensure even cooking and tenderness.
  2. Place the strips into a ziplock bag, add the cornstarch, and shake well to coat all pieces evenly.
  3. In the slow cooker, combine sesame oil, minced garlic, soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, chopped onion, and red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
  4. Add the cornstarch-coated flank steak strips to the slow cooker and stir to coat the beef with the sauce.
  5. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-5 hours, until the beef is cooked through and tender.
Serving
  1. Serve the tender Korean beef over steamed rice, garnishing with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

For a complete meal, serve with stir-fried vegetables or a light cucumber salad. You can also use the beef for lettuce wraps.