Easy Crock Pot Beef and Broccoli: Better Than Takeout!

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups (approx. 1 large head) broccoli florets
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch (2.5 cm) ginger, peeled and grated
• 1/2 cup (120ml) low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup (60ml) beef broth
• 1/4 cup (50g) packed brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of a kick!)