Easy recipe for 30-Min Instant Pot Beef Tips With Gravy
Make the most tender Instant Pot Beef Tips With Gravy! This easy pressure cooker recipe creates a savory, comforting meal. Get the recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat or chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth low sodium
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp cornstarch for slurry
- 2 tbsp cold water for slurry
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the beef cubes dry with a paper towel and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Set your Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' function on high heat. Once it reads 'Hot', add the olive oil. Working in two batches, sear the beef cubes on all sides until nicely browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the browned beef to a plate and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion to the Instant Pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in about 1/2 cup of the beef broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. This step is crucial to avoid a 'burn' notice.
- Turn off the 'Sauté' function. Return the seared beef to the pot. Add the remaining beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.
- Secure the lid, set the steam valve to the 'Sealing' position. Select 'Pressure Cook' (or 'Manual') and set the timer for 20 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, carefully perform a quick release to vent any remaining steam.
- Remove the lid. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth to create a slurry. Set the Instant Pot back to the 'Sauté' function. Slowly pour the slurry into the pot while stirring constantly. Continue to stir until the gravy comes to a simmer and thickens, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Turn off the Instant Pot. Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve the beef tips and gravy hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Best Beef to Use: Chuck roast, cut into cubes, is ideal for its flavor and tenderness after pressure cooking. Pre-packaged stew meat also works well.
Serving Suggestions: This dish is classic comfort food. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy white rice, or wide egg noodles to soak up all the delicious gravy.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The gravy may thicken upon cooling; you can thin it out with a splash of beef broth when reheating.
