Slow Cooker Pepper Steak
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
352 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Slow Cooker Pepper Steak
Description
The Slow Cooker Pepper Steak combines bite-sized beef tenderloin with a medley of bell peppers and onions, simmered gently in beef broth enhanced by teriyaki sauce and a touch of hot sauce for mild heat. The slow cooking tenderizes the beef while blending the flavors deeply. Garlic adds aromatic depth, and black pepper contributes a peppery note complementing the sauce's subtle sweetness and spice.
The final step thickens the cooking liquid with a cornstarch blend, resulting in a sauce that clings well to the tender meat and vegetables. This hearty preparation can be served over rice or mashed potatoes, absorbing the flavorful sauce and providing a satisfying meal.
Variations include using different beef cuts, adjusting vegetables, or altering spice levels. Salt is generally unnecessary due to the broth and teriyaki base, but can be adjusted to taste. This recipe is adaptable to various bases and complemented by garnishes like sesame seeds or fresh parsley.
The notes highlight swapping beef types for marbled cuts to enhance flavor and texture, customizing vegetables, and options for gluten-free or vegan versions using suitable substitutes. These tips help tailor the recipe for dietary preferences or ingredient availability.
Ingredients
- 1½ pound beef tenderloin cut in 1 inch pieces
- 1 medium onion roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 bell pepper any color, roughly chopped
- 1¾ cups beef broth low sodium
- ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce I used Sriracha sauce
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Trim the meat if needed and cut into small pieces. Place the meat in the slow cooker. Then throw in the rest of the ingredients and roughly stir.
- Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3.5 hours.
- To thicken the sauce, take a ladle of the sauce and whisk it together with the cornstarch in a small sauce pan. Cook on low until the sauce thickens, then throw it back in the slow cooker and stir so that it all combines well.
- Serve over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes. Garnish with some chopped onions or parsley and some sesame seeds.
Notes
- Beef tenderloin is preferred for its tenderness, but you can substitute flank steak or sirloin; more marbled meat increases flavor and tenderness.
- No additional salt is necessary since teriyaki sauce and beef broth provide sufficient saltiness, but you may add salt to taste if desired.
- Feel free to vary vegetables by adding mushrooms, snap peas, or broccoli to change texture and flavor.
- The Sriracha adds subtle heat; increase quantity or add red pepper flakes if you prefer more spice.
- Serve over rice, noodles, quinoa, or steamed vegetables depending on preference.
- Ensure teriyaki sauce is gluten-free if needed or substitute with a homemade version.
- For a vegan version, use meat substitutes and adjust cooking times accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 352 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 352kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 664mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 633mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1245IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 53mg | 59% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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