Jane Lee
@janele
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Beef
This Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Beef is a delightful dish that combines tender beef stew meat with a tangy and sweet sauce. Perfect for busy days, this recipe allows the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Details
- Cuisine:asian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:gluten-free
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:6
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time6 min.
- Total time16 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1 pound
- 3 cups
- 3/4 cup
- 9 tablespoons
- 9 tablespoons
- 5 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Beef.
Step 1
Start by heating a deep skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Once it's warm, add your cubed beef stew meat.
Step 3
Cook the beef, stirring frequently, until it’s beautifully browned all over—this should take about 7 to 10 minutes.
Step 4
Once the beef is perfectly seared, transfer it to your slow cooker, letting it rest while you prepare the sauce.
Step 5
In a mixing bowl, combine cold water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch.
Step 6
Whisk these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well blended, creating a deliciously tangy sauce.
Step 7
Pour this flavorful sauce over the browned beef in the slow cooker, ensuring every piece is coated.
Step 8
Now, cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
Step 9
This slow cooking process will transform the beef into tender, melt-in-your-mouth bites while the sauce thickens to perfection.
Step 10
As the aroma fills your kitchen, you’ll know you’re in for a comforting meal that’s worth the wait!.