Slow Cooker Beef Joint Recipe
This Slow Cooker Beef Joint recipe is the ultimate comfort food, delivering tender, juicy meat infused with rich flavors. Coated in a seasoned flour blend, the beef is seared to perfection before slow cooking with garlic, onions, and carrots for a hearty meal. The savory gravy, thickened to perfection, ties everything together for an irresistible dish. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is easy to follow and customizable for gluten-free diets. Enjoy a classic, melt-in-your-mouth beef roast with minimal effort!
Ingredients:
2 tbsp Plain flour
1 tbsp Dried or fresh thyme
1 tbsp Garlic granules
1.5 kg Beef topside joint
1 tbsp Olive oil
3 Garlic cloves, peeled and chopped or crushed
2 Onions, peeled and quartered
3 Carrots, peeled and quartered
400 ml Hot beef stock (see notes)
3 tbsp Cornflour (for the gravy)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
Prepare the Beef:
1. Combine the flour, thyme, garlic granules, salt, and pepper on a chopping board.
2. Pat the beef topside joint dry with kitchen paper, then roll it in the flour mixture to coat evenly.
Sear the Meat:
3. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat (or use your slow cooker dish if it’s hob-safe). Brown the beef on all sides until golden.
Cook in the Slow Cooker:
4. Remove the beef and set it aside. Add garlic, onions, and carrots to the pan. Cook for 5-10 minutes until softened.
5. Transfer everything to the slow cooker (or leave in the dish if hob-safe). Pour in the hot beef stock.
6. Cover with the lid and cook:
HIGH: 5-6 hours
LOW: 7-8 hours
Make the Gravy:
7. Transfer the cooked beef to a serving dish, reserving the cooking liquid.
8. Mix cornflour with a small amount of cooking liquid to create a smooth paste. Return this mixture to the rest of the liquid.
Thicken the Gravy:
Option 1: Cook in the slow cooker on HIGH for 30 minutes, whisking every 5 minutes.
Option 2: Heat in a saucepan over medium heat for 5-10 minutes, whisking frequently until thickened.
Serve:
9. Slice the beef and serve with gravy and vegetables.
Oven Method (Without Slow Cooker):
1. After browning the meat and softening the vegetables, transfer them to a lidded casserole dish.
2. Add the stock and bake at 160℃ for 2.5-3 hours until tender.
3. Follow the gravy instructions above using a saucepan.
Tips for the Perfect Slow Cooker Beef Joint:
Dry the Beef: Ensures better browning and flavor.
Sealing the Meat: Browning adds depth to the flavor; don’t skip this step!
Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour or cornflour.
Leftover Gravy: Freeze flat in bags for easy storage.
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