Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy: A Comfort Classic Made Foolproof
This foolproof version of beef tips with mushroom gravy delivers ultra-tender bites of sirloin simmered in a rich, savory, silky mushroom sauce. Perfect for cozy weeknights or comforting Sunday dinners.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
Beef & Seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil sub avocado oil
- 1 1/4 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch pieces sub stew meat or ribeye
- salt & pepper to taste
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 3 tbsp butter sub ghee for nutty flavor
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced sub white mushrooms or portobello
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped sub shallots
- 1 tsp garlic, minced fresh recommended
Gravy Base
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour sub gluten-free flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth use low-sodium
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce sub coconut aminos
- 2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce sub tamari
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped optional but recommended
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sirloin pieces, season with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides.
- Transfer the browned beef tips to a plate to rest and remain juicy.
- Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the mushrooms and onions. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until caramelized and fragrant.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well to form a roux. Cook for 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the beef broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire and soy sauce. Allow the mixture to thicken into a rich gravy.
- Return the beef tips to the skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes until tender and coated in gravy. Simmer longer for a deeper, richer flavor.
- Finish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or cauliflower mash for a hearty and satisfying meal.