Here’s an easy Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot recipe for a flavorful and tender dish:
Ingredients:
•1 ½ to 2 lbs beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
•2 green bell peppers, sliced into strips
•1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips (optional for color)
•1 medium onion, sliced
•3 garlic cloves, minced
•1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
•3 tablespoons soy sauce
•1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
•1 tablespoon sugar
•1 teaspoon ground black pepper
•1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
•½ teaspoon ginger powder (optional)
•2 tablespoons cornstarch (to thicken the sauce)
•¼ cup water (for cornstarch slurry)
•Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
1.Prep the Meat and Vegetables:
•Thinly slice the steak into strips.
•Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
2.Combine Ingredients in Crock Pot:
•Place the sliced beef into the crock pot.
•Add bell peppers, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes (with juice), soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, black pepper, salt, and ginger powder.
•Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
3.Cook:
•Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or High for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is tender and flavors are combined.
4.Thicken the Sauce:
•In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with ¼ cup water to create a slurry.
•About 30 minutes before serving, stir the cornstarch slurry into the crock pot to thicken the sauce. Cover and let it cook for the remaining time.
5.Serve:
•Serve the pepper steak over cooked rice or noodles.
Tips:
•For added flavor, you can include a dash of sesame oil or sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
•Use different bell peppers for a colorful presentation.
Enjoy your tender and flavorful pepper steak! Let me know if you need more crock pot recipes.