Ingredients
– 1.5 pounds beef sirloin, sliced into thin strips
– 1 large onion, sliced
– 2 cups bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), sliced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup beef broth
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– Cooked rice or noodles for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker Pepper Steak is simple when you follow these easy steps:
1. Prep the Vegetables: Slice the onion and bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the garlic. Set aside.
2. Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips and sear until browned, about 3-4 minutes. This step adds depth of flavor.
3. Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the browned beef, sliced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic.
4. Mix the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, ginger, and black pepper until smooth.
5. Pour Sauce Over Ingredients: Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker, ensuring everything is well coated.
6. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
7. Thicken Sauce (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix an additional tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water, stir into the slow cooker, and cook for an additional 30 minutes on high.
8. Serve: Once done, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
These steps will guide you to create a mouthwatering Slow Cooker Pepper Steak that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: Approximately 320 kcal per serving
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g