Description: A traditional comfort food, Beef Tips with Mushroom sauce blends delicate beef tips and fragrant mushrooms in a thick, savory sauce. This hearty and soothing dish is ideal for special events or intimate family dinners. Originating from the southern region of the United States, known for its use of delicate cuts of beef in traditional cuisines, this dish is sure to be a hit with its succulent meat, earthy mushrooms, and rich sauce.
Ingredients:
- 2 kilograms stew meat or chuck roast, cut into cubes and trimmed
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon mushroom powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup thinly sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 2 cups beef stock
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms. Cook until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms are tender.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and mushrooms, stirring to coat.
- Gradually add the beef stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, garlic powder, sugar, mushroom powder, dried thyme, onion powder, and sliced pepperoncini peppers. Stir to combine.
- Return the browned beef to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cover and cook over low heat for 1-2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the beef mixture, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the beef tips with mushroom gravy over mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or buttered egg noodles. Add steamed vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.
Enjoy the rich and savory flavors of this Beef Tips with Mushroom Gravy dish!