If you're craving a hearty, flavor-packed meal that’s ready when you are, look no further than this Crock Pot Pepper Steak — tender slices of beef simmered low and slow with sweet bell peppers and savory onions in a rich, umami sauce that will make your taste buds sing.
This dish is:
- Tender, juicy & full of flavor
- Ready in just 6–8 hours (or less on high)
- Perfect over rice, noodles, or crusty bread
- So easy even beginners can make it
- A guaranteed family favorite
Whether you're making it for dinner tonight or prepping for the week ahead, this crock pot pepper steak recipe is a game-changer.
Let’s get cooking!
🍳 What Is Pepper Steak?
Pepper Steak is a classic comfort dish made with strips of beef (usually sirloin or flank steak), bell peppers, and onions cooked in a savory sauce. When made in the slow cooker , it becomes fall-apart tender without any effort — soaking up all the flavors while you go about your day.
It’s:
- Comfort food meets convenience
- Great for meal prep
- Budget-friendly and protein-rich
- Perfectly suited for one-pot meals
- Always a hit at dinner time
Forget takeout — this crock pot version delivers bold restaurant flavor right to your kitchen table.
🛒 Ingredients You'll Need
Here’s what you’ll need for 4–6 servings:
For the Beef:
- 2 lbs flank steak or sirloin, trimmed and cut into strips
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for searing)
For the Vegetables:
- 3 large bell peppers (red, green, yellow — or a mix!)
- 1 large onion, sliced into strips
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika or chili flakes (optional)
💡 Tip: Add mushrooms, carrots, or bamboo shoots for extra depth and texture.
🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions
