Name: Beef Tips and Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs sirloin tips, cut into 1-inch cubes; 3 tablespoons flour; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon each: salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika; 1/4 cup dry red wine (optional, for deglazing); 2 tablespoons butter; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups beef broth; 1 beef bouillon cube; 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon each: dried thyme, dried rosemary; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 3 tablespoons cornstarch + 1/4 cup cold water (for slurry)

Description

This Beef Tips and Gravy recipe is the ultimate comfort food made in one pot! Tender sirloin beef tips are simmered in a rich, savory gravy with garlic, herbs, and optional red wine. Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice for a hearty homemade dinner.

Ingredients

For the Beef Tips:

1 1/2 lbs sirloin tips, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons olive oil

Beef Seasoning:

1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon each: salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika

For the Gravy:

1/4 cup dry red wine (optional, for deglazing)
2 tablespoons butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
1 beef bouillon cube
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon each: dried thyme, dried rosemary
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons cornstarch + 1/4 cup cold water (for slurry)

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Instructions

Mix all beef seasoning ingredients. Cut beef into 1-inch pieces and toss with seasoning. Then coat with flour.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown beef tips in batches, 30–45 seconds per side. Transfer to a plate (do not fully cook).
Deglaze the skillet with red wine, scraping up browned bits. Let reduce by half.
Add butter and diced onion; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Add beef broth, bouillon, Worcestershire, herbs, onion powder, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil.
Mix cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk into the gravy to thicken to your liking.
Return beef and its juices to the pan. Simmer partially covered over medium-low heat for 10–15 minutes until beef is tender and fully cooked.
Optional: Stir in 1 tablespoon cold butter at the end for a smooth finish (Monter au Beurre).
Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Notes

Substitute red wine with more broth if preferred.
Let the gravy simmer longer for deeper flavor or thicker consistency.
Great make-ahead recipe—flavors deepen after sitting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American