Directions
1. Begin with your strips of steak, and dust them lightly with a touch of flour, garlic powder, and black pepper.
2. Heat two tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the beef strips until they have a nice browned look to them. You’re not cooking them through just yet, just giving them a bit of character. Once done, transfer them to your slow cooker.
3. To the same skillet, add the remaining oil and sauté the onions and bell peppers until they just start to soften, then gently lay them in the cooker on top of the beef.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and the juice from the pineapple can. Crumble the beef bouillon into this mixture, stir in the water, and then pour it all over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours. In the last hour of cooking, stir in your pineapple chunks so they warm up but maintain their succulence.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve it up with a generous helping of love.
Variations & Tips
– If you fancy a bit of spice, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes will bring a subtle heat to the dish.
– Opt for fresh pineapple if it’s available; it can turn a simple plate into something truly special.
– For those who like a thicker sauce, a slurry of cornstarch and water mixed in during the last 30 minutes can do just the trick.
– Go ahead and swap out green peppers for yellow or orange for a splash of color and added sweetness.
– Remember, cooking is all about making it your own. So don’t hesitate to tweak and tune until it sings to your palate.
Just like a patchwork quilt passed down through generations, this pepper steak recipe brings together flavors in cozy harmony. It’s a dish that’s shared at the family table, each bite a reminder of the love that ties us all together. So, gather around, scoop yourself a plate, and let the stories unfold.
