Emilie Meyer
Cooking steak in a crock pot is a great way to transform cheaper cuts of meat into a tender, juicy, and flavorful meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a delicious steak dinner that will impress your family and friends. Whether you're a fan of classic steak and gravy or something more exotic like crockpot steak fajitas, the slow cooker is an excellent option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. So, get ready to fire up your crock pot and enjoy the magic of slow-cooked steak perfection!
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
| Ingredients | 7 |
| Clean-up | Use a slow cooker bag or liner, or lightly spray the bowl with non-stick cooking spray |
| Seasonings | Salt, pepper, French onion soup mix, garlic, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, beef broth, red wine, vinegar, red pepper flakes, jalapenos |
| Steak cuts | Top sirloin steaks, flank steaks, skirt steak, chuck steak, round steaks, filet, strip, sirloin, porterhouse |
| Sides | Rice, egg noodles, chow mein, mashed potatoes, pasta |
| Number of servings | 4-8 |
| Calories | 342<co:>-443</co: > |
| Cook time | 5.5-10 hours |
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What You'll Learn
Crock Pot Steak and Gravy
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds of steak
- 1 cup steak sauce of choice
- 2 tablespoons of cold water
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sliced mushrooms and/or onions
Instructions
- Prepare the crock pot: Line your crock pot with a slow cooker bag or liner for easy cleanup. Alternatively, lightly spray the bowl with a non-stick cooking spray or coat it lightly with oil.
- Season the steaks: Place the steaks on a clean work surface and pat dry with paper towels. Season the steaks generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Add ingredients to the crock pot: Place the steak sauce at the bottom of the crock pot, then lay the seasoned steaks on top. Add sliced mushrooms and/or onions if desired.
- Slow cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the steaks are cooked to your liking. For a thicker gravy, make a slurry with cold water and cornstarch, and stir it into the crock pot 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Crock Pot Steak and Gravy can be served over mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or egg noodles. Enjoy!
Tips
- For a more intense flavor and better texture, sear the steaks in a large skillet on medium-high heat before adding them to the crock pot.
- If you prefer a steak sauce to an au jus, make a slurry of cornstarch, potato starch, or tapioca starch with water and add it to the crock pot.
- Tougher cuts of steak with different kinds of marbling are perfect for slow cooking and tend to be less expensive.
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Crock Pot Cube Steak with Savory Gravy
This recipe is a great option for an easy and comforting weeknight dinner. The cube steak is incredibly tender and flavourful from being slow-cooked all day, and the gravy is rich and delicious. You can use a variety of cuts of beef for this recipe, but tougher cuts with different kinds of marbling are less expensive and perfect for slow cooking.
Ingredients:
- Cube steaks (4)
- Cream of chicken soup (10.75 oz can)
- French onion soup (10.5 oz can)
- Au jus gravy mix (1 packet)
- Cornstarch (3 tablespoons)
- Cold water (1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons)
- Egg noodles
- Salt and black pepper
Optional Ingredients:
- Worcestershire sauce
- Soy sauce
- Red wine
- Beef broth
- Garlic
- Butter
- Thyme
Instructions:
- Place the beef, onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, and beef broth in a 6-quart crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender.
- One hour before serving, combine the cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
- Pour the cornstarch mixture into the crock pot and stir. Cook on high for 1 hour to thicken the gravy.
- While the sauce is thickening, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions.
- Serve the steak and gravy over the egg noodles. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Tips:
- You can brown the cube steaks slightly before adding them to the crock pot if you prefer.
- If you want to add more flavour, try adding some Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, red wine, or beef broth to the crock pot.
- For a thicker gravy, whisk together the cornstarch and water before adding it to the crock pot.
- This recipe can be made in a larger crock pot if you want to make a bigger batch.
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Crockpot Steak with Peter Luger Steak House Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 to 3 steaks of choice (strip, sirloin, filet, porterhouse, etc.)
- 2 bottles of Peter Luger Steak House Sauce or your favourite steak sauce
- Other seasonings of your choice (optional)
Method
- Prepare the crockpot: For easy clean-up, line your crockpot with a slow cooker bag or liner; alternatively, lightly spray the bowl with non-stick cooking spray.
- Season steaks: Place the steaks on a clean work surface and pat dry with paper towels. Now, season the steaks generously on both sides with coarse sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Add ingredients to the crockpot: Place the steaks in the crockpot. Pour in your chosen steak sauce. You can also add other seasonings of your choice.
- Slow cook the steak: Cover the crockpot and cook the steak on low heat for 1-3 hours or until the steaks are cooked to your liking. The longer you cook, the more well-done it will become, and a pink centre will be hard to achieve. You can use a meat thermometer to check the temperature.
- Serve: Once the steak is cooked to your liking, serve it with your choice of sides and enjoy!
Tips
- If you prefer a steak sauce to an au jus, make a slurry of cornstarch, potato starch, or tapioca starch with water and add it to the crockpot. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- If you're using a tough cut of steak, you can add some acidic ingredients like red wine or vinegar to the crockpot to make the meat more tender.
- If you like your food spicy, add more red pepper flakes or jalapenos. If you prefer milder flavours, use less garlic or thyme.
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Slow Cooker Pepper Steak
Ingredients:
- Beef strips (sirloin, round steaks, or pre-cut beef for stir-fry)
- Bell peppers (a combination of green, red, yellow, and orange)
- Onion (sweet or yellow)
- Garlic cloves or garlic powder
- Beef broth (or water with bouillon cubes)
- Soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients:
- Honey or maple syrup
- Ground ginger or fresh ginger root
- Worcestershire sauce
- Red wine
- Stewed tomatoes
Instructions:
- Prepare the slow cooker by lining it with a slow cooker bag or spraying it with non-stick cooking spray for easy cleanup.
- Place the beef strips, bell peppers, and onion in the slow cooker.
- Add the garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, and seasonings (salt and pepper) to the slow cooker.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir everything together.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2.5-3 hours, until the steak is cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce.
- Cook on high for an additional 30-60 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes, and enjoy!
Tips:
- If you prefer firmer peppers, add them during the last hour of cooking on low or the last 30 minutes on high.
- You can also sauté the onions before adding them to the slow cooker to prevent burning.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 3 months.
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Crock Pot Steak Fajitas
Ingredients:
- Flank steak
- Red and green bell peppers
- Onion
- Beef broth
- Fajita seasoning
- Lettuce wraps, tortillas, or cauliflower rice (optional)
- Avocado and sour cream (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the crock pot by lining it with a slow cooker bag or spraying it with non-stick cooking spray. Cut the flank steak into thin slices and place it in the crock pot. Chop the bell peppers and onion into desired sizes and add them to the pot. Sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the meat and vegetables, stirring to combine. Pour in the beef broth and stir again.
Cook the fajitas on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, depending on your preference. You can serve the fajitas on their own or with lettuce wraps, tortillas, or cauliflower rice. For a more indulgent option, add toppings such as avocado and sour cream. Enjoy!
Tips:
- You can customize the recipe by adding other ingredients such as jalapenos for spice or soy sauce for a different flavor profile.
- If you prefer a steak sauce instead of the beef broth, you can make a slurry with cornstarch, potato starch, or tapioca starch and water, and add it to the crock pot.
- For easy cleanup, use a slow cooker liner or coat the crock pot with non-stick spray before adding the ingredients.
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Frequently asked questions
Place your steak of choice in the crock pot with your desired seasonings and sauces, and let it cook for 6-8 hours.
You can use salt and pepper, or get creative with red pepper flakes, jalapenos, garlic, and thyme.
You can use steak sauce, Worcestershire sauce, red wine, beef broth, or soy sauce.
Tougher cuts of steak with different kinds of marbling are less expensive and perfect for slow cooking.
Depending on your desired level of doneness, cook your steak for 1-3 hours for a rarer steak, or 6-8 hours for a well-done steak.
