Looking for a comforting dish that’s ready in no time? Beef Tips are your answer. I remember the first time I made this dish. The savory aroma filled my kitchen, making everyone in the house eager to sit down and enjoy a delicious meal together.
These beef tips come together quickly, thanks to the power of the Instant Pot, allowing you to spend more time with family and less time in the kitchen. The rich, flavorful gravy pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or egg noodles, making it a fantastic weeknight dinner that satisfies.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick Cooking Time: The Instant Pot cooks the beef tips quickly, so you can have dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
- Flavorful Gravy: The combination of beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and cream of mushroom soup creates a rich gravy that enhances the beef's flavor.
- Simple Ingredients: You will only need common ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store.
- Versatile Serving Options: These beef tips can be served over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice, making meal planning easy.
- Family Favorite: The savory taste and hearty texture make Instant Pot Beef Tips a hit at the dinner table.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Beef tips – 2 pounds. The main protein, offering a tender and juicy base for this dish.
- Black pepper – 1 teaspoon. Enhances the overall flavor of the beef.
- Brown gravy mix – 2 packages (2.87 oz each). Provides a rich and hearty sauce.
- Beef broth – 2 cups. Adds moisture and depth to the gravy.
- Canola or olive oil – 2 tablespoons. Used for sautéing the beef and onions for added flavor.
- Onion – 1 medium, chopped. Adds sweetness and savory notes to the dish.
- Garlic – 3 large cloves, minced. Brings a fragrant aroma and enhances the savory flavor.
- Worcestershire sauce – 2 tablespoons. Contributes a complex flavor that pairs well with beef.
- Onion soup mix – 1 package (1 oz). Adds extra flavor to the beef tips and gravy.
- Sliced mushrooms – 8 ounces. Introduces a meaty texture and enhances the gravy's flavor.
- Cream of mushroom soup – 1 can (10.5 oz). Helps create a creamy and rich sauce.
- Cornstarch – 3 tablespoons (optional). Can be used to thicken the gravy if desired.
How to Make Beef Tips
Step 1: Prepare the Beef
Sprinkle black pepper on the beef tips and set them aside. In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth and gravy packets. Set this mixture aside for later use.
Step 2: Sauté the Beef
Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the oil. Once hot, add the beef tips and sauté until browned, which takes about 3-5 minutes.
Step 3: Add Onions and Garlic
Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Then, add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds. Turn off the sauté mode when done.
Step 4: Combine Ingredients
Pour in the Worcestershire sauce and add the onion soup mix to the pot. Next, pour in the previously whisked gravy and beef broth mixture.
Step 5: Layer the Mushrooms and Soup
Spread the sliced mushrooms on top of the beef tips. Then, evenly spread the cream of mushroom soup over the mushrooms.
Step 6: Cook Under Pressure
Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Ensure the steam valve is set to sealing for proper pressure cooking.
Step 7: Release Pressure
After cooking time is up, allow the pot to sit undisturbed for a natural release of 20 minutes. After that, release any remaining pressure carefully.
Step 8: Finish the Dish
Stir the beef tips and gravy together. If desired, use a cornstarch slurry to thicken the gravy, and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 9: Serve
Serve the delicious beef tips over mashed potatoes or egg noodles for a comforting meal.
Pro Tips from My Kitchen
✓ Temperature Check – Make sure your beef tips are at room temperature before sautéing. This helps them brown better and prevents steaming.
✓ Choose Quality Meat – For the best flavor and tenderness, opt for good-quality beef tips from your butcher or store.
✓ Don’t Skip the Natural Release – Allowing the dish to sit after cooking lets flavors meld and makes for more tender beef.
✓ Adjust Gravy Thickness – If you want a thicker gravy, add cornstarch dissolved in water right before serving and stir well.
✓ Leftover Magic – Leftovers can be used in sandwiches or over rice for a quick meal. They taste even better the next day!
Frequently Asked Questions About Beef Tips
You can substitute beef tips with cubed stew meat or chuck roast. However, cooking times may vary, so ensure the meat is tender before serving.
If the beef tips are tough after cooking, you can reseal the Instant Pot and cook them on high pressure for an additional 10 minutes or until fork-tender.
Yes, you can prepare the beef tips in advance and store them in an airtight container. They keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated easily on the stove or in the microwave.
To thicken the gravy, mix equal parts cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir this into the gravy after cooking and heat until it thickens to your liking.
These beef tips pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or even rice. Adding steamed vegetables or a side salad can round out the meal nicely.
Instant Pot Beef Tips Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Beef tips
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 packages (2.87 oz each) Brown gravy mix
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Canola or olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 large cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 package (1 oz) Onion soup mix
- 8 ounces Sliced mushrooms
- 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of mushroom soup
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch (optional)
Instructions
- Sprinkle black pepper on the beef tips and set them aside. In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth and gravy packets. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the oil. Once hot, add the beef tips and sauté until browned, which takes about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Then, add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds. Turn off the sauté mode when done.
- Pour in the Worcestershire sauce and add the onion soup mix to the pot. Next, pour in the previously whisked gravy and beef broth mixture.
- Spread the sliced mushrooms on top of the beef tips. Then, evenly spread the cream of mushroom soup over the mushrooms.
- Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Ensure the steam valve is set to sealing for proper pressure cooking.
- After cooking time is up, allow the pot to sit undisturbed for a natural release of 20 minutes. After that, release any remaining pressure carefully.
- Stir the beef tips and gravy together. If desired, use a cornstarch slurry to thicken the gravy and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve the delicious beef tips over mashed potatoes or egg noodles for a comforting meal.
Notes
- For best results, ensure your beef tips are room temperature before sautéing, and don't skip the natural release for more tender meat.
- Leftovers can be used in sandwiches or over rice for a quick meal, and taste even better the next day.
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