Description
These Crockpot Beef Tips are melt-in-your-mouth tender with a rich, savory gravy! A perfect slow cooker comfort meal for busy nights!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef Tips:
- 2 lbs (900g) beef stew meat or sirloin tips, cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for browning, optional)
For the Gravy:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups (480ml) beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (adds depth of flavor)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or ½ teaspoon fresh)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra richness)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 3 tablespoons water (for thickening)
For Garnishing (Optional):
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the Beef Tips
- Season beef cubes with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- (Optional but recommended) – Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef for 2-3 minutes per side to lock in flavor.
2. Assemble in the Crockpot
- Place chopped onion and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the seared (or raw) beef cubes on top.
- Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, and paprika.
- Stir to combine, then cover.
3. Slow Cook Until Tender
- Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
4. Thicken the Gravy
- Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
- Stir the slurry into the crockpot 30 minutes before serving, then cover and cook until the gravy thickens.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra black pepper.
- Serve warm over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
Notes
✔ Sear the beef first – Adds extra depth of flavor to the dish.
✔ Use a fatty cut like chuck roast – Becomes tender and flavorful.
✔ Don’t skip the soy sauce – Enhances the umami taste of the gravy.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 3H
- Category: DINNER
- Cuisine: AMERICAN
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380