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delicious slow cooked steak

Tender Pepper Steak

This melt-in-your-mouth pepper steak transforms ordinary sirloin into something extraordinarily tender through a slow baking method. The rich beef gravy infuses the meat while green peppers and onions add perfect balance and brightness. Ideal for serving over rice or noodles for a comforting family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound sirloin steak
  • 1 medium green pepper sliced
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 2-3 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 12 ounce jar Heinz beef gravy
  • 1/2-1 cup water
  • flour for thickening
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven-safe baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Season the sirloin steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and add the sliced onion. Cook until onions begin to soften and become translucent.
  4. Add the seasoned steak to the pan and brown well on both sides. You're not cooking it through, just developing caramelization for flavor.
  5. Transfer the steak and onions to a baking dish, including some of the flavorful drippings.
  6. Arrange the sliced green pepper around the steak in the baking dish.
  7. Pour in the jar of beef gravy along with enough water to just barely cover the meat (approximately 1/2 to 1 cup).
  8. Cover the dish tightly with foil and place in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
  9. During the last 10-15 minutes of cooking, prepare a slurry by whisking together some flour and water until smooth.
  10. Remove the foil, stir in the flour slurry, and cover again to allow the sauce to thicken for the remaining cooking time.
  11. Serve the tender pepper steak over rice or egg noodles.

Notes

For the best results, choose sirloin with good marbling as this contributes to the tenderness of the finished dish. The long, slow cooking time is essential - don't be tempted to rush it or increase the temperature.
This dish reheats beautifully and actually tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For variation, try using red or yellow bell peppers instead of green for a sweeter flavor profile, or use a combination for added color.