Description
Slow Cooker Beef Manhattan is a hearty and savory crockpot roast beef recipe perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Tender beef chunks are cooked to perfection with flavorful vegetables and herbs, creating a comforting and delicious meal that melts in your mouth. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this slow cooker favorite offers an easy way to serve up a classic dish with rich flavors and tender textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast or sirloin roast, cut into chunks
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup beef broth or red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Optional: potatoes or mushrooms for extra flavor
Instructions
- Season the beef chunks with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Sear in a hot skillet until browned on all sides for extra flavor.
- Slice the onion and carrots; chop the celery. Prepare all vegetables for cooking.
- Place the browned beef in the slow cooker, add vegetables, minced garlic, tomato paste, and beef broth or red wine.
- Sprinkle with additional herbs if desired. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until beef is tender.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine or beef gravy during the final hour of cooking.
- You can include potatoes or mushrooms for added texture and taste.
- If short on time, cook on high for 4-5 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg