This marvelous Polynesian Beef from my sister has been a family favorite for years. Pineapple and peppers add a perfect contrast to the rich and savory beef. —Annette Mosbarger, Peyton, Colorado
Polynesian Beef
Polynesian Beef
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
7 hours
Yield
10 servings
Ingredients
- 1 beef top round roast (3-1/4 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons browning sauce, optional
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 medium green pepper, sliced
Directions
- Cut roast in half; brush with browning sauce if desired. Combine the flour, salt and pepper; rub over meat. Place onion in a 3-qt. slow cooker; top with roast.
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice; refrigerate the pineapple slices. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and ginger; whisk in the broth, soy sauce, garlic and reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Pour over meat. Cook, covered, on low for 6-8 hours.
- Add pineapple and green pepper. Cook 1 hour longer or until meat is tender.
Nutrition Facts
4 ounces cooked beef: 253 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 560mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein.
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