Slow Cooker Pepper Steak

Slow Cooker Pepper Steak is a savory and comforting dish made with tender beef strips, colorful bell peppers, and onions simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce. Slow cooking allows the beef to become incredibly tender while the vegetables absorb the delicious seasoning.

This easy meal is perfect for busy days and tastes amazing served over rice or noodles.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5–6 hours
• Total Time: About 6 hours
• Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds beef sirloin or stew meat, cut into strips or chunks
• 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Optional additions:

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker
   Place the beef, sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic into the slow cooker.
2. Make the Sauce
   In a bowl, mix together:
   • Beef broth
   • Soy sauce
   • Ground ginger
   • Black pepper
   • Brown sugar (optional)

   Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables.

3. Cook
   Cover and cook on:
   • LOW: 5–6 hours
   • HIGH: 3–4 hours

   Until the beef becomes tender.

4. Thicken the Sauce
   In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
   Stir it into the slow cooker during the last 20–30 minutes of cooking to thicken the sauce.
5. Serve
   Once the sauce thickens and the beef is tender, the dish is ready to serve.

Serving Suggestions

• Steamed white rice
• Fried rice
• Egg noodles
• Stir-fried vegetables

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.