Sweet And Sour Beef Pot Roast In The Slow Cooker

Name: Sweet And Sour Beef Pot Roast In The Slow Cooker
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon salt (5 mL); 1/2 teaspoon pepper (2 mL); 1 teaspoon onion powder (5 mL); 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 mL); 1 (3 lb) cross rib beef roast (1.5 kg); 3 3/4 cups beef broth, low sodium (900 mL); 1/2 cup cider vinegar (125 mL); 1/2 cup lightly packed brown sugar (125 mL); 1 small onion, coarsely chopped; 2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped; 2 stalks celery, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60 m); 1/4 cup water (60 mL)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon salt (5 mL)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (2 mL)
1 teaspoon onion powder (5 mL)
1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 mL)
1 (3 lb) cross rib beef roast (1.5 kg)
3 3/4 cups beef broth, low sodium (900 mL)
1/2 cup cider vinegar (125 mL)
1/2 cup lightly packed brown sugar (125 mL)
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
2 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60 m)
1/4 cup water (60 mL)

1
In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, onion and garlic powders and sprinkle over the roast.
2
In the slow cooker, combine broth, vinegar and sugar, and mix well.
3
Add the beef and vegetables, cover and turn the slow cooker to LOW. Cook for approximately 8 hours
4
Half an hour before serving, remove the beef and vegetables to a plate and tent with foil. Skim fat from the broth.
5
Turn heat to HIGH.
6
Mix flour and water together in a small bowl to make a slurry, and slowly add to the broth, pouring through a strainer to avoid lumps.
7
Replace lid and cook for 30 minute
8
Slice beef, serve with gravy, vegetables and your favourite side.

273

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon salt (5 mL), 1/2 teaspoon pepper (2 mL), 1 teaspoon onion powder (5 mL), 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 mL), and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour Beef Pot Roast In The Slow Cooker falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!