Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Steak (Printable Version)
Juicy slow-cooked steak bites rich with garlic butter and savory gravy for an easy comforting meal.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Beef
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3 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
→ Cooking
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
→ Vegetables
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1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
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3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
→ Liquids & Sauces
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1 cup unsalted beef stock
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1 ounce packet au jus gravy mix
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, thinly sliced
# Steps to Cook:
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Place sirloin steak pieces into a large bowl. Season evenly with kosher salt and black pepper, then toss to coat thoroughly.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Once hot, brown the steak bites in batches, searing only to develop color without cooking through. Add more oil as needed.
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Transfer seared steak to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add thinly sliced onion and garlic. Gently stir to combine.
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Pour unsalted beef stock over the mixture. Sprinkle au jus gravy mix evenly on top. Distribute thin slices of unsalted butter over the surface.
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Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, stirring once per hour if possible for even cooking.
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Garnish optionally with fresh parsley and serve alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Flat iron steak is a suitable, more affordable alternative to sirloin.
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Cooking on low heat for a longer period yields more tender steak bites.
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Searing the steak before slow cooking adds color and flavor but is optional.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.