Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lbs

sirloin or round steaks

cut across the grain into thin slices

0.5 cup

water

2 tbsp

ketchup

1 tbsp

oyster sauce

0.25 cup

soy sauce

0.5 tsp

ground ginger

1 tsp

sugar

0.25 tsp

garlic powder

0.25 tsp

liquid gravy browner

1 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~80 min

Place steak strips in a slow cooker.

Step 2
~80 min

In a small bowl, combine water, ketchup, oyster sauce, soy sauce, ground ginger, sugar, garlic powder, liquid gravy browner, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~80 min

Pour the sauce over the steak strips.

Step 4
~80 min

Stir to ensure the steak is evenly coated.

Step 5
~80 min

Cover the slow cooker.

Step 6
~80 min

Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours or on high heat for 4-5 hours, until the steak is tender.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, marinate the steak strips in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Serve with rice and steamed vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped the night before.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot over white rice.

Serve with steamed broccoli or green beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

White rice
Steamed broccoli
Green beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Polynesia (Inspired)

Cultural Significance

Fusion cuisine, adapting Polynesian flavors to Western cooking methods.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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