Crockpot pepper steak

Here’s a simple and flavorful Crockpot Pepper Steak recipe—tender beef with peppers in a savory sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

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Crockpot Pepper Steak

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2–3 bell peppers (any color), sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp black pepper (or more to taste)
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

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Instructions

1. Prepare beef
   • In a bowl, toss beef slices with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Sear beef (optional but recommended)
   • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear beef 1–2 minutes per side until lightly browned.
3. Assemble in crockpot
   • Place onion, bell peppers, and garlic in the bottom of the crockpot.
   • Add beef on top.
4. Add sauce
   • Pour beef broth, remaining soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and red pepper flakes over beef and vegetables.
5. Cook
   • Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until beef is tender.
6. Thicken sauce
   • About 15–20 minutes before serving, stir in cornstarch-water mixture and cook until sauce thickens.
7. Serve
   • Serve over steamed rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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Pro Tips

• Tender beef: Slice beef thinly and against the grain for maximum tenderness.
• Vegetable variations: Add mushrooms, broccoli, or snap peas in the last hour of cooking.
• Spicy twist: Increase crushed red pepper or add a dash of sriracha.
• Make ahead: Prepare ingredients in the morning; dinner is ready when you get home.

If you want, I can also provide a quick stovetop pepper steak version that’s ready in 30 minutes.

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