Crockpot Steak Bites

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🍖 Crockpot Steak Bites: Tender, Juicy, and Effortless!

🔥 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These slow-cooked steak bites are melt-in-your-mouth tender, packed with savory umami flavor, and perfect for busy days. Just 5 minutes of prep, then let your crockpot do the work! Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or as a hearty appetizer.

📝 Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

  • 2 lbs (900g) sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes (or ribeye for extra richness)
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey (for balance)
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (for heat)
  • 1 sliced onion or bell peppers (for veggies)

👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep & Combine

  • Place steak cubes in the crockpot.
  • Whisk together soy sauce, broth, Worcestershire, garlic, onion powder, paprika, and pepper. Pour over steak.

2. Slow Cook

  • Cover and cook on:
  • Low for 4-5 hours (best for tenderness)
  • High for 2-3 hours (if short on time)

3. Thicken (Optional)

  • For a richer sauce:
  • Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water, stir into pot.
  • Cook uncovered on High 15 minutes until thickened.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Sear First: Brown steak in a skillet for 2 minutes per side before slow cooking (extra flavor!).
  • Don’t Overcook: Check at 4 hours—steak should be tender but not shredding.
  • Acid Boost: Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar for brightness.

🍽 Serving Ideas

  • Over creamy mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.
  • In tacos with avocado and lime.
  • As an appetizer with toothpicks and garlic bread.

⏳ Storage & Reheating

  • Fridge: Keeps 3-4 days in an airtight container.
  • Freeze: Up to 3 months (sauce may separate slightly—whisk when reheating).
  • Reheat: Gently warm in a skillet with a splash of broth.

Final Thought: These steak bites are weeknight magic—minimal effort, maximum flavor. The slow cooker transforms budget-friendly sirloin into luxuriously tender bites!

(P.S. For a French dip twist, pile onto crusty rolls with provolone and dip into the cooking juices!) 🥖🧀

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