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Tender Crockpot Pepper Steak Recipe Easy Perfect Peppers Meal

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A hearty and tender slow-cooked pepper steak with colorful bell peppers, perfect for a fuss-free, comforting meal that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds beef sirloin or flank steak, sliced thin against the grain
  • 3 medium bell peppers (red, green, yellow), sliced into strips
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced thin
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil (optional, for searing)

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain, about 10 minutes.
  2. Slice the bell peppers and onion into strips and mince the garlic, about 5 minutes.
  3. Optional: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear beef strips in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through.
  4. In a bowl, combine beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and salt. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  5. Layer half the onions and bell peppers in the bottom of the crockpot. Add all beef strips on top, then the remaining onions and peppers. Pour the sauce evenly over everything.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until beef is tender and peppers are softened but still have some bite.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry. Stir into the crockpot, cover, and cook on high for 20-30 minutes until sauce thickens.
  8. Taste and adjust salt or pepper if needed. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of beef broth to loosen.
  9. Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Searing the beef before slow cooking adds deeper flavor but is optional. Use fresh bell peppers and slice thick enough to avoid mushiness. Add cornstarch slurry near the end to thicken sauce. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain heat.

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