Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef Noodles
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Are you looking for an easy weeknight meal? Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef Noodles is perfect for you. This yummy dish combines tender beef, sweet honey, and savory garlic in your slow cooker. You can prep it in just 10 minutes, then let it cook while you do other things.
The recipe uses simple ingredients like beef, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and noodles. You’ll love how the flavors mix as it cooks. At the end, you add veggies and noodles for a complete meal. It’s great for busy families or anyone who wants a tasty dinner without much work.
Exact Ingredients List
Here’s what you’ll need to make these yummy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef Noodles:
Main Ingredients:
- 500g diced beef
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 8 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce
- 5 tbsp oyster sauce
- 6 tbsp honey
- 6 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 450ml boiling water
Veggies and Noodles:
- 250g dried noodles
- 1 green pepper, sliced
- 160g sugar snap peas, halved
Toppings:
- Chopped spring onions
- 1-2 tbsp sesame seeds
This recipe serves 4 people. You can easily double or triple the amounts if you’re feeding a bigger crowd. Just make sure your slow cooker is big enough!
Remember to prep all your ingredients before you start cooking. This will make the process much smoother. Happy cooking!
Instructions
Start by gathering all your ingredients. Put the diced beef, crushed garlic, and grated ginger in your slow cooker. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and ketchup. Pour in 150ml of water and mix well.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to HIGH for 3.5 hours or LOW for 5.5 hours. Let the beef cook until it’s nice and tender.
When the beef is ready, add the rest of the water (300ml). Toss in the dried noodles, sliced green pepper, and halved sugar snap peas. Give everything a good stir.
Put the lid back on and cook for about 30 more minutes. The noodles should be just right when done. You might need to stir once or twice during this time.
Grab some bowls and serve up your yummy meal. Top each bowl with chopped spring onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Enjoy your tasty honey garlic beef noodles!
Possible Substitutes List
You can swap out some ingredients in this tasty slow cooker meal. Here are some easy swaps:
Meat: Try chicken or pork instead of beef. Cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Veggies: Switch up the green pepper and sugar snap peas. Use carrots, broccoli, or snow peas.
Noodles: Any type of noodle works well. Try udon, ramen, or even spaghetti.
Sauces: No oyster sauce? Use hoisin or more soy sauce. For soy sauce, try coconut aminos.
Sweetener: Swap honey for maple syrup or brown sugar.
Can’t find fresh ginger? Use 1 teaspoon of dried ginger powder.
For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce.
Want it gluten-free? Use rice noodles and gluten-free soy sauce.
These swaps let you make the dish your own. Have fun trying new combos!
How To Make It Diabetes-Friendly
To make this dish more diabetes-friendly, you can try a few easy swaps. Use lean beef instead of regular diced beef to cut down on fat. Replace some of the honey with a sugar-free sweetener to lower the carb count.
Pick whole wheat noodles instead of regular ones. They have more fiber, which is good for blood sugar control. You can also use less noodles and add extra veggies like broccoli or carrots.
Cut back on the soy sauce and oyster sauce. These are high in sodium. Look for low-sodium versions or use less. Try adding more spices like ginger or garlic powder for flavor without extra salt.
Serve smaller portions to keep carbs in check. Fill half your plate with non-starchy veggies like the green pepper and sugar snap peas. This helps balance your meal.
Remember to check your blood sugar after trying this new recipe. Everyone’s body reacts differently to foods. You may need to adjust the recipe to fit your needs.
Tips, Tricks & Storing
For the best flavor, brown the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. This extra step adds depth to the dish.
You can swap the green pepper for other veggies like broccoli or carrots. Just add them with the noodles.
If you like it spicy, add a teaspoon of chili flakes or sriracha sauce to the mix.
Don’t overcook the noodles. Check them after 20 minutes to avoid mushiness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave, adding a splash of water if needed.
For meal prep, cook the beef mixture ahead of time. When ready to eat, just add the noodles and veggies.
Freeze the cooked beef mixture (without noodles) for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before adding noodles and veggies.
To make it gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and rice noodles instead of wheat noodles.
For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir it in at the end.