Best 2 Slow Cooker Braised Steak And Onions Recipes

Are you seeking a delectable and hassle-free weeknight dinner option? Look no further than slow cooker braised steak and onions. This classic comfort food dish boasts tender, melt-in-your-mouth steak enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce, all prepared with minimal effort thanks to the convenience of your slow cooker. With its tantalizing aroma filling your home and minimal hands-on preparation, this recipe is an absolute winner for busy individuals and families alike.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BRAISED STEAK AND ONIONS IN SLOW COOKER

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This easy recipe shows you how to cook different cuts of braised steak using different methods. The results are succulent pieces of tender, pulled beef meat that melts in your mouth and is full of flavour.

Provided by Gav

Categories Meals

Time 3h25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 kg braising steak (try a good piece of chuck steak)
2 onions
3 garlic cloves
2 thyme sprigs
2 bay leaves
1 bouquet garni
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Knob of butter
200 ml red wine
200ml beef stock
50ml Red Wine Vinegar
1 beef oxo cube
1 tbsp gravy granules

Steps:

This recipe covers cooking in the Dutch oven or in a slow cooker or the hob if you prefer. On the hob, then liquid should be kept at a low simmer. Under this is a recipe for the Instant Pot.
Pre-heat your oven to 170C.
Season the steak on both sides with salt and pepper. Melt the butter in the pan and seal the steak on both sides. In the meantime peel and chop the onions into quarters and peel and half the garlic cloves.
Then add the onions, garlic, thyme, bay leaves and bouquet garni to the pot and add the red wine and stock to the pot.
Put the lid on the pot and place the pot in the middle of the oven (or on the hob). Cook for a total of about 3 hrs 15 minutes.
After 2 hours, check the level of liquid is sufficient and add more water if necessary. Turn the steak over, replace the lid and place back in the oven.
When the cooking time is over, remove the pot from the oven.
Take the meat from the pot and keep it warm in the oven.
Season the steak on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat the Instant Pot with the sauté setting and melt the butter in the pot. Then seal the steak on both sides.
In the meantime peel and chop the onions into quarters and peel and half the garlic cloves.
Then add the onions, garlic, thyme, bay leaves and bouquet garni to the pot and add the red wine and stock to the pot.
Put the lid on the pot set, put the release valve to seal set to cook at high pressure for 90 minutes.
When the 90 minutes is finished, release the pressure with the manual release valve, being careful not to burn yourself.
Remove the steak from the pot and keep warm.
You can use the braising liquid in the pot to make a tasty gravy.
Strain the liquid through a sieve into a jug, and remove the beef fat that is in there with a ladle.
Then pour the liquid back into the Dutch oven or a pan on medium heat, add some water if needed and the onions from the sieve, removing the thyme stalks, bouquet garni and bay leaves. I use the water from the potatoes I was boiling for the mash.
Add the Oxo stock cube and gravy granules and let the gravy reduce on a simmer until it has the required thickness. In the Instant Pot you can do this on the sauté setting again.
Pour into a gravy boat to serve up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 215 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 42 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 58 grams protein, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 287 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams unsaturated fat

RICH BRAISED BEEF WITH MELTING ONIONS

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Spoil your family with meltingly tender braised beef, that won't break the bank

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories Dinner, Main course

Time 2h35m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 thick generous slices beef shin, about 700g/1lb 9oz
plain flour, for dusting
2 tbsp sunflower oil
3 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 tsp caster sugar
6 garlic cloves, sliced
700ml beef stock (made with 2 cubes)
3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
4 large flat mushrooms, thickly sliced
chopped parsley, to serve

Steps:

Dust the beef in flour, then set aside. Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the onions and fry for 5 mins. Add the sugar and cook for 5-10 mins, stirring frequently, until the onions are caramelised. Stir in the garlic for the final few mins.
Pour in the stock and stir in the Worcestershire sauce. Add the beef and mushrooms, then season, adding plenty of black pepper. Cover and cook gently for 2 hrs until the meat is tender. Can be chilled for up to 3 days. To freeze, cool and store in freezer bags. Thaw and reheat in a pan. Serve scattered with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 1.03 milligram of sodium

Tips:

Choose the right cut of steak. Chuck roast, rump roast, and brisket are all good choices for braising. These cuts are tough, but they become tender when cooked slowly in liquid.

Brown the steak before braising. This will help to develop flavor and color.

Use a good quality braising liquid. Beef broth, red wine, or beer are all good options. You can also add vegetables, herbs, and spices to the liquid for extra flavor.

Cook the steak on low heat for a long period of time. This will allow the meat to become tender and fall apart easily.

Serve the steak with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. You can also add vegetables to the pot for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Braised steak is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover steak. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and hearty meal on the table in no time.