Crock Pot Pepper Steak: Easy Slow Cooker Recipe (Print Version)
Tender beef and colorful peppers simmered in a savory sauce. This easy crock pot pepper steak recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal with minimal effort.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 300 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 320 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Chinese American
# Ingredients:
→ Slow-Cooked Stars
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1 1/2 lbs flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
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1 large green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
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1 large red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
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1 large yellow onion, sliced
→ Umami-Rich Sauce Base
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1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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1 cup beef broth
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2 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tsp grated fresh ginger
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp cornstarch
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1/4 cup cold water
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1 tsp toasted sesame oil
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Fresh & Fragrant Finish
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3 green onions, sliced, for garnish
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1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Thinly slice 1 1/2 lbs flank steak against the grain. Seed and slice 1 large green bell pepper, 1 large red bell pepper, and 1 large yellow onion into strips. This prepares your core ingredients for the slow cooker.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1 cup beef broth, 2 tbsp light brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, and salt and black pepper to taste.
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Add the sliced flank steak, bell peppers, and yellow onion to your slow cooker. Pour the prepared sauce mixture evenly over all the ingredients. Stir gently to ensure everything is coated for your Easy Crock Pot Pepper Steak Recipe.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 5 hours (300 minutes), or on HIGH for 2.5-3 hours, until the beef is fork-tender. This slow cooking process develops deep flavors for your Easy Crock Pot Pepper Steak Recipe.
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In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water until smooth. Stir this slurry into the hot sauce in the slow cooker. Cover and cook for another 15-20 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Stir in 1 tsp toasted sesame oil.
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Ladle the delicious Easy Crock Pot Pepper Steak Recipe over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish generously with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving hot. Enjoy this comforting meal!
# Notes:
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For easier slicing, place the flank steak in the freezer for 20-30 minutes before cutting. It firms up, making thin, even slices simpler.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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Feel free to add other vegetables like sliced mushrooms or snap peas during the last hour of cooking for extra texture and nutrition.
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Serve this dish with a side of steamed white rice or brown rice to soak up all the flavorful sauce.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Slow cooker
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Small bowl
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Whisk
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 277 kcal
Total Fat: 10 g
Total Carbohydrate: 16 g
Protein: 29 g