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Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Beef Roast Recipe

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Tender slow cooker sweet and sour beef roast simmered in a tangy sauce made with pineapple, bell peppers, vinegar, and brown sugar. This easy crockpot beef recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors and makes a comforting, family-friendly dinner.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Beef and Seasoning

  • 3–4 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Vegetables

  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

Sauce

  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (with juice)
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

For Thickening (Optional)

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Season the beef roast: Sprinkle the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper evenly on all sides to season it adequately.
  2. Sear the roast: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef roast on all sides until nicely browned. This step is optional but enhances flavor.
  3. Prepare the slow cooker base: Place sliced onion and chopped red and green bell peppers at the bottom of the slow cooker to create a flavorful bed for the roast.
  4. Position the roast: Place the seared beef roast on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
  5. Mix the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together pineapple chunks with juice, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ground ginger until well combined.
  6. Pour the sauce: Carefully pour the mixed sauce over the roast and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  7. Cook the roast: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 8 hours, or on High for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is tender.
  8. Remove and slice: Once cooked, remove the beef roast from the slow cooker and slice or shred as preferred.
  9. Thicken the sauce (optional): For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker and continue cooking on High for 10 to 15 minutes until thickened.
  10. Combine and serve: Return the sliced or shredded beef to the thickened sauce in the slow cooker, stir gently, and serve hot over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Chuck roast works best for tenderness.
  • For extra vegetables, add carrots or snap peas during the last hour of cooking.
  • Serve over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
  • Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 4 days.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Find it online: https://dishestocook.com/slow-cooker-sweet-and-sour-beef-roast-recipe/