Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot: A Savory, Set-It-and-Forget-It Meal

There’s nothing quite like coming home to the aroma of a hearty meal that’s been simmering all day. This Pepper Steak in a Crock Pot is the perfect blend of tender beef sirloin, vibrant bell peppers, and rich, savory flavors that meld together beautifully over hours of slow cooking. The best part? With minimal prep and your trusty slow cooker, you can enjoy a delicious, comforting dinner without spending hours in the kitchen. This dish is ideal for busy weekdays or when you simply want to indulge in a satisfying, home-cooked meal with ease.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 2-inch strips
• ¾ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cube beef bouillon
• ¼ cup hot water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ½ cup chopped onion
• 2 large green bell peppers, roughly chopped
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

1. Sprinkle the beef sirloin strips with garlic powder, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the beef strips for about 5 minutes on each side, until browned. This step locks in the flavor and gives the beef a delicious crust.
3. Transfer the seared beef strips to your slow cooker.

Step 2: Build the Flavor Base

1. In a separate container, dissolve the beef bouillon cube in hot water. Once dissolved, stir in the cornstarch until fully blended.
2. Pour this mixture over the beef strips in the slow cooker.
3. Add the chopped onion, green bell peppers, stewed tomatoes (with their liquid), soy sauce, sugar, and salt to the slow cooker. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

Step 3: Slow Cook to Perfection

1. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours, or on Low for 6 to 8 hours. The longer cooking time on Low will yield the most tender results.

Serve and Enjoy

1. Once the pepper steak is cooked through and the flavors have melded together, serve it over a bed of steamed rice, or with your favorite side dish.