Description
Pioneer Woman Beef Tips and Gravy is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender beef stew meat seared to perfection and slow-simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy made with beef broth, Worcestershire and soy sauces, garlic, and aromatic spices. This dish is perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a satisfying home-cooked meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasoning
- 2 1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cooking
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Gravy Thickening
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/3 cup cold water
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Beef: Season the beef stew meat generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Sear the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the beef cubes and sear until browned on all sides, then remove from the skillet. Repeat with another tablespoon of oil and the remaining beef, then set all seared beef aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium and add the last tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add Beef and Liquids: Return all seared beef cubes to the skillet. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Sprinkle dried thyme and smoked paprika over the mixture and stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Beef: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer gently for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the flavors meld beautifully.
- Thicken the Gravy: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Gradually stir this slurry into the simmering beef and gravy mixture to thicken the sauce.
- Final Simmer: Allow the sauce to simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy reaches your desired thickness.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the beef tips and gravy and adjust salt and pepper as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the tender beef tips and luscious gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- For best results, use beef stew meat that’s well-marbled to ensure tenderness after slow cooking.
- Searing the beef in batches prevents overcrowding and promotes better browning and flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker gravy, increase the cornstarch slightly, adding gradually while stirring.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or steamed rice.
- Leftovers reheat well and the flavors deepen after a day in the fridge.
