Name: Slow Cooker Korean Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 3-4 lb chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat; 1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred); 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup honey; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 4 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish; Sesame seeds, for garnish; Cooked rice, for serving; Optional: Kimchi, for serving; 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce); 2 tablespoons cold water (optional, for thickening sauce)

Description

A flavorful and tender slow-cooked Korean beef dish, perfect for busy nights or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 lb chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat
1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
4 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Cooked rice, for serving
Optional: Kimchi, for serving
2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce)
2 tablespoons cold water (optional, for thickening sauce)

Instructions

In a bowl or slow cooker, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Add sliced onion to the sauce.
Place the chuck roast on top of the onion and sauce, ensuring it is mostly submerged. Add water or beef broth if needed. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
Remove the beef and shred it with two forks.
For a thicker sauce, whisk cornstarch and cold water, pour into the slow cooker and stir well. Cook on high for 15-20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
Serve over cooked rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Include kimchi, if desired.

Notes

Trim excess fat for better texture and adjust red pepper flakes for spice preference. Thicken sauce with cornstarch or reduce it on the stovetop for a richer flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 480 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: slow cooker, Korean beef, savory, tender, easy recipe