CROCK POT PEPPER STEAK

Step 3: Prepare the Sauce

In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth. This sauce forms the flavorful base of your Crock Pot Pepper Steak.

Step 4: Layer Ingredients in the Crock Pot

Place the sliced onions and bell peppers at the bottom of the Crock Pot. Add the minced garlic on top. Layer the seared steak over the vegetables, then pour the sauce evenly over everything. This layering ensures the meat absorbs all the flavors while the vegetables stay tender and vibrant.

Step 5: Slow Cook to Perfection

Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The slow, gentle heat allows the beef to become tender while the peppers and onions soften and soak up the sauce.

Step 6: Thicken the Sauce

Once the cooking time is up, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water to make a slurry. Stir this into the Crock Pot and cook on high for another 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. This gives the dish a glossy, restaurant-style finish.

Step 7: Serve and Garnish

Spoon the pepper steak over steamed rice or your favorite noodles. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh green onions or parsley for added color and freshness. The vibrant peppers, tender steak, and rich, savory sauce make this dish a true crowd-pleaser.

Tips for Success

1. Choose the right cut of beef: Flank steak, sirloin, or round steak works best for slow cooking.
2. Don’t skip searing: It locks in flavor and gives the dish a richer taste.
3. Adjust seasoning to taste: Soy sauce adds saltiness, but feel free to tweak with more black pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
4. Vegetable variations: Mushrooms, snap peas, or carrots can be added for extra color and texture.

Why This Dish Works

Crock Pot Pepper Steak is perfect for busy nights because it’s mostly hands-off. The slow cooker does all the work while you focus on other tasks, and the result is a flavorful, tender, and satisfying meal. The combination of juicy beef, sweet and slightly tangy bell peppers, and a rich sauce makes it a favorite weeknight dinner in our household.

If you want, I can also create a version with a printable “Crock Pot Pepper Steak Timeline” that breaks down prep and cooking into a super-simple visual guide, perfect for quick reference while cooking.

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