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Amberly Vahn

Delicious Sweet and Sour Beef

A comforting sweet and sour beef dish, slow-cooked to tender perfection with a tangy sauce and sautéed vegetables.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Beef and Vegetables
  • 2 lb. beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned in juice), drained and reserved juice
Group: Flavoring Ingredients
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. ginger, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of cold water for thickening
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into uniform 1-inch pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat cooking oil and sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add diced onion and bell pepper, and cook until softened.
  3. Transfer beef to the crockpot. Add sautéed vegetables and pineapple. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, and reserved pineapple juice; pour over ingredients in the crockpot.
  4. Cover and slow cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender.
  5. Mix cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry, stir into the crockpot, and cook uncovered until sauce thickens, about 30 minutes.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving. Leftovers are great for sandwiches!