Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours & 30 minutes
Servings: 2
If you're craving takeout-style beef and broccoli without the carbs, this Keto Slow Cooker Beef & Broccoli Roast is the perfect solution. With just a few simple ingredients, this Asian-inspired dish delivers tender beef chuck roast simmered in sesame oil, soy sauce, and beef broth. It’s low in carbohydrates, high in protein, and packed with flavor — all while fitting seamlessly into a ketogenic lifestyle.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. beef chuck roast
- ½ cup beef broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 bag frozen broccoli (16 ounces)
Directions:
- With the crock insert in place, preheat your slow cooker to low.
- On a cutting board, season the chuck roast generously with pink salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Thinly slice the beef and place it into your slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, beef broth, and soy sauce.
- Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the sliced beef.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop and the meat to become tender.
- After 4 hours, add the frozen broccoli directly into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- Check for moisture. If needed, add a bit more beef broth to keep the dish saucy and flavorful.
- Serve hot and enjoy your restaurant-style keto beef and broccoli!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 803
- Fats: 49 g
- Proteins: 74 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
Why This Recipe Works on Keto
Despite including broccoli — which has 6g net carbs per cup — this dish remains within daily ketogenic limits. The high fat and protein content make it ideal for maintaining ketosis while keeping you satisfied. According to clinical studies, diets high in protein and healthy fats improve satiety and support weight loss when carbohydrates are restricted.
Tips for Best Results
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Don’t skip the sesame oil—it adds that signature flavor.
- Opt for grass-fed beef for better omega-3 profile.
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