Description
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when you walk through the door after a long day and are greeted by the aroma of a dinner that cooked itself. Unlike quick stir-frys that require constant attention, this slow-cooker method transforms tough cuts of beef into tender, melt-in-your-mouth strips. By simmering the beef slowly with crisp bell peppers and onions in a rich soy and Worcestershire glaze, we achieve a depth of flavor that quick cooking simply can’t match.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Beef Steak (Sirloin or round), cut into thin strips
- 2 whole Bell Peppers (1 red, 1 green), sliced
- 1 large Onion, sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Cold Water
- To taste Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the beef steak into thin strips, cutting against the grain for maximum tenderness. Layer the beef, sliced peppers, sliced onion, and minced garlic directly into the crock pot.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth.
- Pour and Coat: Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours. Resist the urge to lift the lid during cooking to retain heat and moisture.
- Thicken the Sauce: About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a smooth slurry. Stir this directly into the bubbling liquid in the crock pot. Replace the lid and cook for the remaining 30 minutes until the sauce thickens into a gravy.
- Season and Serve: Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Ladle generously over cooked white rice or egg noodles.
Notes
- Slicing Tip: Always cut the beef against the grain (perpendicular to the muscle fibers) to ensure the meat is tender rather than chewy.
- Pepper Texture: Cut the bell peppers into slightly thicker strips so they don’t disappear completely during the long cook time.
- Spice Level: If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture in step 2.
- The Slurry: Don’t skip the cornstarch slurry step; this eliminates the raw starch flavor and gives the sauce that glossy, restaurant-quality consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course, Slow Cooker, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American / Chinese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Protein: 32 g

