Beef Tips with Rice and Gravy—classic comfort food! Tender beef, rich gravy, and fluffy rice make this dish a total winner. Here’s a detailed recipe:
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the beef tips:
- 1 ½ lbs beef sirloin or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce (optional, for depth)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp flour (for thickening)
For the rice:
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water or broth
- Pinch of salt
Optional garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Cook the Rice
- In a medium pot, bring 4 cups water (or broth) and a pinch of salt to a boil.
- Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
2. Brown the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season beef with salt and pepper.
- Add beef to skillet in batches and sear until browned on all sides (do not overcrowd). Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Gravy
- In the same skillet, add onion and garlic; sauté until softened (about 3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring to make a roux. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
- Slowly whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and thyme.
- Bring to a simmer until slightly thickened.
4. Combine Beef and Gravy
- Return beef to the skillet, stir to coat in gravy.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until beef is tender and gravy has thickened.
5. Serve
- Spoon cooked rice onto plates, top with beef tips and gravy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
💡 Tips for Perfect Beef Tips:
- Tender beef: Use sirloin or chuck; simmer gently to avoid toughness.
- Extra flavor: Add mushrooms or bell peppers to the gravy.
- Gravy consistency: If too thick, thin with a splash of broth; if too thin, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with water and stir in.