Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe
Looking for a flavorful and tender meal? Try these Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak Bites for a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy slow cooker recipe combines savory garlic butter with sweet honey and soy sauce, resulting in juicy steak bites that are sure to impress!
Ingredients:
– 2 pounds stew beef
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 6 tablespoons butter
– ½ cup honey
– ½ cup ketchup
– ½ cup soy sauce
– ½ teaspoon dried oregano
– Sesame seeds for garnish
– Fresh parsley or scallions (optional)
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions:
1. Brown the beef: In a skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat and brown the stew beef until the outside is nicely seared.
2. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, butter, honey, ketchup, soy sauce, and oregano. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
3. Transfer to the slow cooker: Add the browned beef to the slow cooker and pour the garlic butter mixture over the top.
4. Slow cook: Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the beef is tender and juicy.
5. Thicken the sauce: If needed, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the sauce to thicken it during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
6. Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the steak bites, and garnish with fresh parsley or scallions for added color and flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
These garlic butter steak bites pair perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4-6 hours (slow cooker)
Servings: 4
For more delicious slow cooker recipes, be sure to try our other popular dishes like Slow Cooker Rotisserie Chicken and Crockpot Beef and Broccoli.