{"id":3459,"date":"2026-04-17T18:13:28","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T18:13:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=3459"},"modified":"2026-04-17T18:13:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T18:13:28","slug":"crockpot-pepper-steak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=3459","title":{"rendered":"Crockpot Pepper Steak"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1>\u00a0Crockpot Pepper Steak (Slow Cooker Pepper Steak)<\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Crockpot Pepper Steak<\/strong> is a classic, comforting dish made with tender strips of beef, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich, savory sauce. Cooking it in a slow cooker allows the flavors to blend beautifully while making the meat incredibly soft and juicy.<\/p>\n<p>This recipe is perfect for busy days\u2014you can prepare everything in the morning, let it cook slowly, and come home to a warm, delicious meal ready to serve.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>1 to 1.5 pounds (500\u2013700 g) beef steak (flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced<\/li>\n<li>2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced into thin strips<\/li>\n<li>1 medium onion, sliced<\/li>\n<li>3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup beef broth<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground ginger (or fresh ginger)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon vegetable oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For Thickening:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 tablespoons cornstarch<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83c\udf73 Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Prepare the Ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>Start by slicing the beef into thin strips. For best results, slice <strong>against the grain<\/strong>\u2014this helps keep the meat tender after long cooking.<\/p>\n<p>Cut the bell peppers and onion into strips, and mince the garlic.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Optional Step: Sear the Beef<\/h3>\n<p>Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook for 2\u20133 minutes until lightly browned.<\/p>\n<p>This step is optional, but it adds extra flavor and improves the overall texture of the dish.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Add Ingredients to the Crockpot<\/h3>\n<p>Transfer the beef into the slow cooker. Then add:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bell peppers<\/li>\n<li>Onion<\/li>\n<li>Garlic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Spread everything evenly inside the crockpot.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Prepare the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>In a mixing bowl, combine:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Beef broth<\/li>\n<li>Soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n<li>Brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>Ginger<\/li>\n<li>Black pepper<\/li>\n<li>Salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mix well until the sugar dissolves. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Slow Cook<\/h3>\n<p>Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>On LOW:<\/strong> 6 to 8 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>On HIGH:<\/strong> 3 to 4 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>During this time, the beef will become tender, and the sauce will develop a deep, rich flavor.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Thicken the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>About 30 minutes before serving:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry<\/li>\n<li>Pour it into the crockpot and stir gently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Continue cooking for 20\u201330 minutes until the sauce thickens.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Serve<\/h3>\n<p>Serve the pepper steak hot over:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Steamed white rice<\/li>\n<li>Brown rice<\/li>\n<li>Noodles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Tips for Best Results<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Choose the Right Cut:<\/strong> Flank steak and sirloin are ideal for slow cooking<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do Not Overcook Peppers:<\/strong> Add them later if you prefer them slightly crisp<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boost Flavor:<\/strong> Add a splash of sesame oil or oyster sauce<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make It Spicy:<\/strong> Add chili flakes or sliced fresh chili peppers<\/li>\n<li><strong>Low-Sodium Option:<\/strong> Use low-sodium soy sauce and broth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n<p>This dish pairs perfectly with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stir-fried vegetables<\/li>\n<li>Garlic rice<\/li>\n<li>Asian-style noodles<\/li>\n<li>Simple green salad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Storage and Reheating<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Refrigerator:<\/strong> Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong> Freeze for up to 2\u20133 months<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheat:<\/strong> Warm in a pan over medium heat or microwave until hot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Nutritional Information (Approximate per Serving)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Calories: 320\u2013400 kcal<\/li>\n<li>Protein: 25\u201330 g<\/li>\n<li>Carbohydrates: 12\u201318 g<\/li>\n<li>Fat: 15\u201320 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Why This Recipe Is So Popular<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Easy \u201cset it and forget it\u201d method<\/li>\n<li>Rich, savory, restaurant-style flavor<\/li>\n<li>Perfect for meal prep<\/li>\n<li>Family-friendly and customizable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; \u00a0Crockpot Pepper Steak (Slow Cooker Pepper Steak) &nbsp; Crockpot Pepper Steak is a classic, comforting dish made with tender&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3460,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3459","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home","category-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3459","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=3459"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3459\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3461,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3459\/revisions\/3461"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/3460"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=3459"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=3459"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=3459"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}