Sweet And Sour Beef Recipe

Tender beef cubes simmered in a tangy sweet and sour sauce until melt-in-your-mouth perfection! This family-friendly recipe is easy to follow and delivers incredible flavor. A crowd-pleasing dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 445 mins
Calories 415.9 kcal
Protein 68g
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Ingredients for Sweet And Sour Beef

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How to Make Sweet And Sour Beef

  1. Cut 1.5 lbs beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes. Dredge the beef in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour seasoned with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the beef cubes in 2 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Remove the browned beef and set aside.
  3. Add 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp ginger, and 1 clove minced garlic to the skillet. Whisk together until smooth. Add 1 cup of beef broth.
  4. Transfer the browned beef to a slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the beef.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the beef is incredibly tender.
  6. Add 1 cup of peeled and sliced carrots during the last 1 1/2 hours of cooking time.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

135g

Fat

20g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet And Sour Beef?

Sweet And Sour Beef takes about 465 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 445 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet And Sour Beef?

Sweet And Sour Beef has approximately 415.9 calories per serving, with about 68 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet And Sour Beef?

The key ingredients for Sweet And Sour Beef are Boneless Chuck Roast, Flour, Salt, Pepper, Oil, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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