Low Carb Beef and Broccoli Crock Pot Recipe

Ingredients

Serves: 8

• 2 pounds of boneless beef steak, cubed
• 2 cups of beef stock
• 2 heads of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 8 ounces of whole mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients (except broccoli) in slow cooker and mix well.
2. Cover, and heat on low for 6 to 8 hours.
3. Add broccoli to crock 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

Carbohydrates: 5 grams (based on original recipe and ingredient list)

Variation Suggestions

You can vary this recipe, without adding additional carbohydrates, by using the following substitutions:

• Substitute chicken and chicken broth for beef and beef broth.
• Replace mushrooms with bell peppers or cauliflower.
• Use olive or canola oil in place of sesame oil.
• Replace soy sauce with 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce plus 1 tablespoon of water.
• Top with sesame seeds.
• Steam broccoli separately; then add to stew right before serving.

Low-Carb Perks

While carbohydrates are important essential nutrients, going low-carb can be an effective weight loss strategy -- especially when combined with high-protein foods like beef.