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Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot

Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot
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This Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot recipe delivers tender strips of beef slow-cooked in a savory, peppery sauce with colorful bell peppers and onions. It’s an effortless, comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights, offering rich flavors and versatile serving options like rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb choice.

Ingredients

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Beef and Vegetables

  • 1.5 to 2 pounds flank steak or sirloin, sliced thinly against the grain into strips
  • 3 bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced into strips
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

Sauce

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain for maximum tenderness. Cut the bell peppers into strips, chop the onion, and finely mince the garlic and ginger to evenly distribute their flavors throughout the dish.
  2. Sear the Beef (Optional but Recommended): Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the beef strips until browned on all sides. This step locks in juices and adds a caramelized flavor but can be skipped if time is short.
  3. Combine Ingredients in the Crock Pot: Place the seared beef, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger into the Crock Pot. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar or honey, black pepper, and cornstarch. Pour this sauce mixture over the ingredients in the Crock Pot and stir gently to combine.
  4. Slow Cook: Set the Crock Pot to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Slow cooking on low yields the most tender beef and well-developed flavors.
  5. Final Touches and Serving: Once cooking is complete, stir the dish thoroughly to ensure the sauce has thickened and is evenly distributed. Adjust seasoning as needed, then serve hot over your choice of steamed rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.

Notes

  • Slice beef thinly to ensure even cooking and tender results.
  • Searing the beef before slow cooking adds flavor and appealing browning.
  • Use fresh bell peppers and onions for natural sweetness and texture.
  • Avoid lifting the Crock Pot lid during cooking to maintain heat and shorten cook time.
  • If sauce is too thin, dissolve more cornstarch in cold water and stir in 15 minutes before the end of cooking.
  • Consider using slow cooker liners for easy cleanup and to prevent burning on edges.

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