Slow Cooker Ginger Balsamic Beef

Transform your weeknight dinners with this mouthwatering Slow Cooker Ginger Balsamic Beef, a flavorful and tender dish that's as effortless as it is delicious. Featuring a perfectly seasoned beef chuck roast slow-cooked to juicy perfection, this recipe showcases the bold flavors of fresh ginger, sweet honey, and tangy balsamic vinegar. The combination of sautéed onions, garlic, and a rich soy-based sauce creates an irresistible depth of flavor while the slow cooker does all the hard work. Ideal for busy days, this recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep before the succulent beef is simmered low and slow for eight hours, making it fall-apart tender. Serve over rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or alongside roasted veggies for a hearty and comforting meal. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, sliced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 0.5 cups Balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the beef chuck roast all over with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Transfer the onion mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, beef broth, soy sauce, and honey. Pour the mixture over the beef and onions in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours (or on high for 4 hours) until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 6

Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Set aside.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the liquid in the slow cooker and stir well to combine. Turn the slow cooker to high and let the sauce thicken for about 10-15 minutes.

Step 8

Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir it into the thickened sauce.

Step 9

Serve the beef warm over rice, mashed potatoes, or with your favorite side dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2009.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4019.4

Total Fat 301.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1020.6mg	0%
Sodium 4117.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 59.0g
Protein 251.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.7mg	0%
Iron 39.4mg	0%
Potassium 4447.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.0%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 8.1%