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crockpot pepper steak over a bed of steamed white rice on a wooden plate
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Crockpot Pepper Steak

Crockpot pepper steak is an easy version of the takeout classic you can make in your slow cooker. Better for you and your wallet, you'll make this easy recipe any time you crave the traditional version!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dinner, Entree, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian, Chinese
Servings: 10
Calories: 208kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 1 tsp seasoned salt
  • 3 large green bell peppers seeded diced & cut into thick strips
  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 1 tbsp seasoned salt
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 15 oz can stewed tomatoes UNdrained
  • 1 1/2 cans beef broth or a scant 2 3/4 cups

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl combine 1/3 cup flour & 1 tsp seasoned salt, whisking together until evenly combined.
  • Add the beef to the flour mixture and toss to coat. Shake off any excess and transfer coated beef to a waiting plate. Set aside.
  • Add the oil to a skillet set over medium heat. When hot (shimmery), carefully add the coated beef to the pan.
  • Allow the beef to cook, stirring occasionally, just until seared. This will only take about 2 minutes. You don't want the beef to cook through.
  • Lightly spray the bowl of your crockpot with nonstick cooking spray, then transfer the seared beef to it.
  • Add the peppers, garlic, and ginger paste to the skillet- plus extra oil, if needed. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, just until the peppers begin to soften.
  • Add the tomatoes (including juice), beef broth, Worcestershire, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Whisk in 1 tablespoon of flour to the tomato & pepper mixture until evenly combined. Pour this mixture over the beef in the crockpot.
  • Cover & cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4 hours.
  • When there's only 30 minutes of cook time left, whisk together 1 1/2 tbsp of cornstarch & 1 tbsp water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the crockpot, cover, and continue cooking.
  • Serve the crockpot pepper steak over steamed white rice. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure you don't cook the beef through when searing it.
  • Add a tsp of crushed red pepper flakes if you like heat.
  • Feel free to increase the amount of garlic for extra zest.

Nutrition

Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 1403mg | Potassium: 524mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 207IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 3mg