Description
Enjoy the comforting flavors of slow cooker pepper steak, featuring tender beef and vibrant bell peppers in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef sirloin, sliced into thin strips
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups bell peppers (mixed red and green), sliced into strips
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the Ingredients: Slice beef sirloin against the grain into thin strips. Chop bell peppers and onion into strips.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Spray your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or use a liner for easy cleanup.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, beef broth, minced garlic, brown sugar, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Layer the Ingredients: Place half of the sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer half of the beef strips on top, followed by half of the bell peppers. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Pour on the Sauce: Pour the mixed sauce generously over all layers in the slow cooker. Cover tightly with a lid.
- Let It Cook: Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 312
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 646mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 78mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider browning the beef in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables such as mushrooms or broccoli. To thicken sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking.