β¨ Introduction
This slow-cooked pepper steak π₯© is tender, flavorful, and packed with vibrant bell peppers πΆοΈ, onions π§ , and garlic π§. Perfect for busy days, cozy dinners, or meal prep! π
π§ Ingredients
- π₯© 1Β½ pounds beef sirloin, sliced into strips
- πΆοΈ 2 bell peppers (green and red), chopped
- π§ 1 onion, thinly sliced
- π§ 3 cloves garlic, minced
- π₯£ Β½ cup soy sauce
- π 1 tablespoon tomato paste or ketchup
- π§ 1 teaspoon black pepper
- π’οΈ 2 tablespoons olive oil
- π½ 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (optional for thickening)
- πΏ Chopped parsley for garnish
π©βπ³ Instructions
- π’οΈ Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sear beef strips until browned.
- π₯£ In a bowl, mix soy sauce, tomato paste, garlic, and black pepper.
- π₯ Add beef, bell peppers, and onions to the crock pot. Pour sauce over and stir.
- π₯ Cook on low for 6β7 hours or high for 3β4 hours until beef is tender.
- π½ Optional: Mix cornstarch and water, add to crock pot 30 minutes before serving to thicken sauce.
- πΏ Garnish with parsley and serve hot over rice or noodles.
π Methods
- Use chicken or turkey instead of beef ππ¦.
- Add mushrooms or carrots for extra veggies ππ₯.
- Make it spicy with chili flakes or harissa πΆοΈ.
- Serve with couscous, rice, or mashed potatoes ππ₯.
π History
Pepper steak is a classic Chinese-American dish π¨π³πΊπΈ, often stir-fried. This slow-cooked version adds Moroccan comfort π²π¦ with bold flavors and tender texture.
πͺ Benefits
- π₯© Protein from beef
- πΆοΈ Vitamins from bell peppers
- π§ Antioxidants from garlic
- π§ Fiber and flavor from onions
π¨ Formation
Serve in deep plates with sauce drizzled over rice or noodles π½οΈ. Ideal for Ramadan ftour, family dinners, or weekend meals π.
β Conclusion
Crock Pot Pepper Steak is savory, colorful, and melt-in-your-mouth deliciousβa slow-cooked masterpiece thatβs easy to love! π₯©πΆοΈπ§ π§β¨
β€οΈ Lovers
- π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Families
- π§βπ³ Slow cooker fans
- π₯© Meat lovers
- πΆοΈ Pepper fans
- π Comfort food seekers