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Tender beef slow-cooked with bell peppers and onions in a savory soy-ginger sauce. An easy crockpot dinner perfect for busy weeknights and family meal prep.

Slow Cooker Pepper Steak (Easy Crockpot Beef Dinner)

Tender beef slow-cooked with bell peppers and onions in a savory soy-ginger sauce. An easy crockpot dinner perfect for busy weeknights and family meal prep.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ lbs beef stew meat or sirloin
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 bell peppers
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup beef broth
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp water

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Spoon for stirring
  • A programmable crockpot makes this a true “set it and forget it” dinner.

Method
 

  1. Add beef and vegetables to slow cooker.
  2. Whisk sauce ingredients and pour over.
  3. Cook low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
  4. Stir in cornstarch slurry 20 minutes before serving.
  5. Serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

For best texture, cook on low and use fresh ginger. This easy slow cooker beef recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep bowls, and budget-friendly family meals.