🫑 Crock Pot Pepper Steak – Tender, Flavorful, and Effortless! 🥩
Looking for a hearty, comforting dinner that practically cooks itself? This Crock Pot Pepper Steak is a game-changer for busy weeknights. Loaded with tender sirloin, sweet bell peppers, and a rich, savory sauce — it’s slow-cooked to perfection with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
Whether you serve it over fluffy white rice or stir-fried noodles, this slow cooker classic is a family-favorite that’s both satisfying and meal-prep friendly!
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1½ lbs beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced (any color you love!)
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
👩🍳 How to Make Crock Pot Pepper Steak
✅ Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
Slice the beef, onions, and bell peppers. Add them to your slow cooker.
✅ Step 2: Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together:
- Soy sauce
- Beef broth
- Brown sugar
- Garlic
- Ginger
Pour this flavorful mixture over the beef and veggies in the slow cooker.
✅ Step 3: Slow Cook to Perfection
- Low: Cook for 6–7 hours
- High: Cook for 3–4 hours
The beef becomes incredibly tender, and the peppers soak up all that umami-rich flavor.
✅ Step 4 (Optional): Thicken the Sauce
Want a thicker, glossy sauce?
Mix 2 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and stir it into the slow cooker during the last 20 minutes.
🍽️ How to Serve It
- Spoon it over steamed jasmine rice
- Pile it onto lo mein noodles
- Stuff it into a toasted hoagie roll for a juicy steak sandwich
- Or enjoy it on its own for a low-carb meal!
📌 Pro Tips & Variations:
- 🫑 Use a mix of red, green, and yellow peppers for a vibrant color combo.
- 🌶 Like it spicy? Add a dash of red pepper flakes or sriracha.
- 🥩 Don’t over-slice your steak — keep it thick enough to stay juicy after hours of cooking.
- 🍚 Make it meal-prep friendly: Store in airtight containers with rice for up to 4 days in the fridge.
⏱️ Quick Recipe Info
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
- Servings: 4 generous portions
- Calories: Approx. 350 per serving (without rice)
💬 Final Thoughts
There’s something magical about a recipe that takes just 10 minutes of effort but tastes like you’ve been simmering it all day — oh wait, you have! 😄
This Crock Pot Pepper Steak is rich, flavorful, and practically foolproof. It’s one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again, especially when the craving hits for something cozy and satisfying.
📣 Ready to make it?
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Have you tried this recipe? Let us know in the comments how you served it — rice, noodles, or sandwich-style!
