Beef Tips and Gravy Recipe
Introduction
Beef Tips and Gravy is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for cozy dinners. Tender beef cubes are cooked in a rich, savory gravy that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or noodles. This recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your home kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1½-2 pounds beef stew meat (cut into cubes)
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup olive oil (divided)
- ½ onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss the beef cubes with flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 3: Add the beef cubes in a single layer, working in batches if needed to avoid crowding. Brown the beef on all sides, then transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Step 4: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the chopped onion with a pinch of salt for a few minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Step 5: Pour in the red wine, allowing it to sizzle while scraping up any browned bits from the pan bottom for extra flavor.
- Step 6: Stir in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer.
- Step 7: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the simmering sauce to help thicken it.
- Step 8: Return the browned beef to the skillet. Cover and simmer for about 40 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
- Step 9: Uncover the pan and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes to thicken the sauce further.
- Step 10: Serve the beef tips and gravy hot over mashed potatoes or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Tips & Variations
- For a thicker gravy, add more cornstarch slurry a little at a time until your desired consistency is reached.
- Use a dry red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot to deepen the sauce flavor.
- Substitute beef stew meat with sirloin tips for a leaner cut that still stays tender.
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers to the onion and garlic step for extra texture and flavor.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of beef broth if the gravy thickens too much. This dish does not freeze well due to the sauce texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other cuts of beef for this recipe?
Yes, cuts like sirloin tips or chuck roast cut into cubes work well. Just ensure the meat is suited for braising or slow cooking to become tender.
What can I serve with beef tips and gravy?
This dish pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes, egg noodles, rice, or even crusty bread to soak up the flavorful gravy.
PrintBeef Tips and Gravy Recipe
This Beef Tips and Gravy recipe features tender cubes of beef stew meat simmered in a rich red wine and beef broth sauce, thickened to perfection with cornstarch. Served best over mashed potatoes or noodles, it’s a comforting, hearty dish ideal for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Beef and Seasoning
- 1½–2 pounds beef stew meat (cut into cubes)
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking
- ¼ cup olive oil (divided)
- ½ onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
Sauce
- ½ cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Coat the Beef: Toss the beef cubes with flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a large bowl until the meat is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Heat Oil and Brown Beef: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in a single layer—do this in batches if necessary to avoid crowding—and brown the meat on all sides. Remove browned beef and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet. Add the chopped onion with a pinch of salt and cook for a few minutes until softened. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the red wine and allow it to sizzle. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to incorporate their flavor into the sauce.
- Add Broth and Worcestershire Sauce: Stir in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir this slurry into the simmering sauce to help thicken it.
- Simmer with Beef: Return the browned beef to the pan, cover, and let it simmer for about 40 minutes until the beef becomes tender.
- Final Thickening: Uncover the pan and continue to simmer uncovered for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce is thickened to your desired consistency.
- Serve: Spoon the beef tips and gravy over warm mashed potatoes or noodles for a delicious meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, use a good quality dry red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.
- If you want a thicker gravy, you can increase the cornstarch mixture slightly, but add gradually to avoid over-thickening.
- Be sure not to overcrowd the pan when browning beef to ensure proper caramelization.
- This dish pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or egg noodles but can also be served over rice.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3-4 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop.
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