Here’s a simple and flavorful Crockpot Pepper Steak recipe that’s perfect for a slow-cooked, tender meal:
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 1.5 lb (680g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced into strips
- 3 bell peppers (red, green, yellow), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground preferred)
- 1 tsp sugar or honey (optional, balances flavors)
- 1–2 tbsp vegetable oil (for searing, optional)
Instructions
- Optional sear (for extra flavor):
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Quickly sear beef strips for 1–2 minutes until browned.
- This step is optional but adds depth of flavor.
- Add to Crockpot:
- Place sliced peppers, onions, and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the beef on top.
- Make the sauce:
- In a bowl, mix beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and sugar/honey.
- Pour over the beef and vegetables.
- Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until beef is tender.
- Thicken the sauce:
- About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry.
- Stir into the Crockpot and cook until sauce thickens.
- Serve:
- Spoon over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with green onions if desired.
This method gives you tender, flavorful beef with soft but not mushy peppers.
If you want, I can also give a shortcut version with frozen peppers that makes this recipe practically dump-and-go. It’s great for busy nights. Do you want that version too?
