Tender Korean Beef Slow-Cooked (Printable)
Tender beef simmered in a rich Korean sauce for effortless, flavorful weeknight meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef
01 - 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
→ Sauce
02 - 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
04 - 1/4 cup sesame oil
05 - 1/4 cup rice vinegar
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
08 - 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
09 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Vegetables and Garnishes
11 - 1 large onion, sliced
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
13 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
14 - Cooked jasmine or short-grain rice, for serving
# How-to Steps:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, gochujang, cornstarch, and black pepper in a medium bowl until completely smooth and well combined.
02 - Place the beef cubes and sliced onion in the crock pot, distributing them evenly for consistent cooking.
03 - Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and onions. Stir gently to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the Korean-style marinade.
04 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 6-7 hours until the beef is fork-tender and easily shreds apart.
05 - Skim any excess fat from the surface. Shred the beef gently using two forks, mixing thoroughly with the reduced sauce.
06 - Serve hot over steamed rice or in fresh lettuce wraps. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for authentic presentation.
# Expert Pointers:
01 -
- The sauce develops this incredible depth of flavor that tastes like it simmered all day even though you threw it together in minutes
- Its one of those rare dishes that actually tastes better the next day making it perfect for meal prep or leftovers
02 -
- Dont rush the low and slow cooking process higher heat will make the beef tough instead of tender
- Let the meat rest for about 10 minutes before shredding it keeps all those juices locked in where they belong
03 -
- Cut your beef into slightly larger cubes than you think you need it shrinks as it cooks and stays more tender
- Taste the sauce before you add it to the crock pot adjust the sweetness or heat now because once its cooked the flavors are set