Description
Irresistibly Juicy Slow Cooker Asian Pulled Beef Delight is a culinary gem that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering experience. This dish combines tender beef with a rich blend of savory flavors, perfect for family dinners or meal prepping. With minimal effort and just 15 minutes of prep time, you can set your slow cooker and let it work its magic, resulting in juicy, flavorful pulled beef that pairs beautifully with rice, tacos, or sliders. Whether you’re hosting guests or looking for an easy weeknight meal, this recipe will surely impress with its umami richness and versatility.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds beef shoulder/butt roast
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef roast and cut into large chunks if necessary.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, and Sriracha.
- Place the beef in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it to coat well.
- Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours until fork-tender.
- Remove the beef and shred it using forks. Create a slurry by mixing cornstarch with water; stir this into the remaining liquid in the slow cooker. Cook on high for an additional 15 minutes to thicken.
- Return shredded beef to the thickened sauce and serve over rice or in tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg