Asian Sticky BBQ Chuck Roast Recipe
Introduction
This Asian Sticky BBQ Chuck Roast is a flavorful and tender dish perfect for a cozy meal. Slow-cooked to perfection and glazed with a sweet and savory sauce, it’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb chuck roast
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the chuck roast in a slow cooker. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic to create the sauce. Pour the sauce over the roast.
- Step 2: Cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Step 3: Remove the roast and slice it. Pour the remaining sauce into a skillet and simmer until thickened to become a sticky glaze.
- Step 4: Brush the glaze over the sliced roast before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For extra depth, add a teaspoon of grated ginger to the sauce mixture.
- Swap brown sugar for honey for a different sweetness profile.
- Serve with steamed rice and sautéed greens for a complete meal.
Storage
Store leftover roast and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave to keep the meat tender and the glaze sticky.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I cook this roast in an oven instead of a slow cooker?
Yes, you can cook the chuck roast in a covered roasting pan at 300°F (150°C) for about 3 to 4 hours until tender. Make sure to baste it with the sauce periodically.
How do I make the glaze thicker?
Simmer the sauce in a skillet over medium heat until it reduces and thickens to a sticky consistency. You can also add a small amount of cornstarch slurry if needed.
PrintAsian Sticky BBQ Chuck Roast Recipe
This Asian Sticky BBQ Chuck Roast is a tender and flavorful slow-cooked beef dish infused with a savory-sweet glaze made from soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic. Perfectly slow-cooked to melt-in-your-mouth texture and finished with a sticky sauce for an irresistible finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Beef
- 3 to 4 pounds chuck roast
Marinade & Glaze
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Chuck Roast: Pat the chuck roast dry with paper towels to ensure even cooking and better browning if desired.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic, stirring until the sugar is mostly dissolved to create a flavorful marinade and glaze.
- Slow Cook the Roast: Place the chuck roast in a slow cooker and pour the soy sauce mixture over it. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart.
- Glaze the Roast: Remove the roast and transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan. Simmer on medium heat until the sauce thickens to a sticky glaze consistency, about 10 to 15 minutes. Brush the glaze generously over the sliced roast before serving.
- Serve: Slice the chuck roast against the grain and serve warm, drizzled with the sticky BBQ glaze for a delicious, savory-sweet meal.
Notes
- For extra depth, sear the chuck roast in a hot skillet before slow cooking to develop a richer flavor.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar according to your preferred sweetness level.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Keywords: Asian BBQ roast, slow cooker beef, sticky soy glaze, chuck roast recipe
