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A bowl of Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot served over rice, garnished with fresh herbs
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Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot

A cozy, mouth-watering dish combining tender beef sirloin, vibrant bell peppers, and a medley of spices.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 380kcal

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • Skillet

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 2-inch strips
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cube beef bouillon
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 large green bell peppers, roughly chopped
  • 1 can stewed tomatoes, with liquid (14.5 ounce)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Sprinkle garlic powder over the beef sirloin strips.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the beef strips for about 5 minutes per side until browned.
  • Transfer the browned beef to the crock pot.
  • Dissolve the beef bouillon cube in hot water, then stir in cornstarch until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture over the beef in the crock pot.
  • Add chopped onions, green bell peppers, stewed tomatoes (with liquid), soy sauce, sugar, and salt.
  • Cover and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours, or on Low for 6 to 8 hours, until the beef is tender.
  • Serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños. You can substitute beef sirloin with flank steak or chicken for a twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of broth.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Fat: 18g