Crockpot Steak Bites: Tender, Savory Slow-Cooker Perfection

Crockpot Steak Bites: Tender, Savory Slow-Cooker Perfection

Tender beef cubes slow-cooked with aromatic vegetables, rich broth, and warming herbs to create a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

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Course: crockpot

Cuisine: American Comfort Food

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 7

Total Time: 7 20

Servings: servings

Calories: 420kcal

Author: Eva Stoner

Ingredients

1.5 lbs beef chuck or round (cut into 1-inch cubes)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion (diced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
2 carrots (sliced into half-moons)
2 celery stalks (sliced)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (vegan or vegetarian-friendly)
2 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley (roughly chopped)

Instructions

Pat beef cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear beef cubes until well browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened and fragrant.
Add carrots and celery, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste until well combined and slightly darkened in color.
Transfer all ingredients to a crockpot.
Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
When done, stir in fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Sear the beef for best results to enhance flavor and texture.
If your slow cooker is small, you may need to sear and sauté in batches to avoid overcrowding.
For extra richness, add a splash of non-dairy cream or unsweetened almond milk before serving.

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