Description
Juicy beef tips simmered in a savory herb-infused gravy with onions, perfect for holiday dinners or cozy family meals. This easy slow-cooked recipe delivers tender, flavorful beef that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or noodles.
Ingredients
Beef and Coating
- 2 lb beef sirloin tips or stew meat
- 2 tbsp flour
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp thyme
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Toss the beef sirloin tips or stew meat in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper until evenly coated to create a light crust that will help thicken the gravy.
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the coated beef tips on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. This step locks in flavor and adds a rich color to the meat.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the browned beef into the slow cooker, ensuring the pieces are spread evenly.
- Add Aromatics and Liquids: Add the sliced onion, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and thyme to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine all ingredients.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the beef is tender and the gravy has thickened.
- Serve: Once done, serve the beef tips hot, ideally over mashed potatoes or noodles to soak up the flavorful gravy.
Notes
- Add sliced mushrooms along with the onions for a heartier version.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated, making it perfect for holiday meal planning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner / Holiday Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
