🥩 Slow Cooker Garlic Beef Bites
📝 Ingredients
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2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into cubes
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1 small onion, diced
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4–5 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup soy sauce
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½ cup beef broth
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¼ cup brown sugar
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
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1 tbsp water (if thickening)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Place cubed beef and diced onion in the slow cooker.
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In a bowl mix:
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soy sauce
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beef broth
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brown sugar
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garlic
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Worcestershire sauce
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Italian seasoning
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black pepper
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Pour the sauce over the beef.
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Cover and cook:
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Low: 6–8 hours
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High: 3–4 hours
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Optional: Mix cornstarch + water, stir into the slow cooker during the last 20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
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Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use a different cut of beef?
A: Yes. Stew meat, chuck roast, or brisket work best because they become tender when slow cooked.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
A: Yes! Carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, or bell peppers work great.
Q: Can this be cooked in an Instant Pot?
A: Yes. Cook on High Pressure for 35 minutes, then natural release for 10 minutes.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
Q: How do I make the sauce thicker?
A: Add the cornstarch slurry during the last 20 minutes of cooking.