Imagine digging into a serving of tender, flavorful beef tips drenched in a rich and savory gravy, all made effortlessly in your Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Beef Tips and Gravy is not only incredibly delicious but also remarkably easy to prepare, making it a perfect Instant Pot recipe for anyone wanting to serve a delicious beef meal in around thirty minutes. Both seasoned cooks and beginners alike will be impressed with this easy dinner meal.
The magic of the Instant Pot transforms a few simple ingredients into a comforting and satisfying meal that's sure to impress.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Cooking beef tips with gravy in the Instant Pot offers numerous benefits. The pressure cooker significantly reduces cooking time without compromising on taste or tenderness.
The pressure cooking method locks in flavors, ensuring each bite is as savory as the last. And this one-pot wonder means less cleanup and more time enjoying your meal.
Beef & Gravy Recipes
Beef and gravy recipes make delicious home cooked meals. Instant Pot London Broil with gravy is the perfect dinner for the meat and potato lovers. Or for noodle lovers Instant Pot Beef and Noodles is sure to hit the spot.
Crock Pot fans will love this favorite Crock Pot Cubed Steak and Gravy.
Beef Tips and Gravy Ingredients
Below is a quick look at the ingredients and directions. You can find the entire ingredient amounts and step by step directions in the recipe card below. P. S. You can also save your favorite recipes to your personal recipe box! ⬇️
Beef Tips Ingredients and Their Roles:
- butter: Adds a deep richness to the flavor of this dish and helps in sautéing the onions and garlic.
- stew meat cut into bite-size pieces: The star of the dish, stew meat becomes incredibly tender under pressure. I like to buy it in bulk and divide it before freezing into recipe size portions.
- onion and garlic: Provides a sweet and aromatic base flavor adds depth and a punch of flavor. You will find onion and garlic in most of my savory recipes.
- salt and pepper: Enhances the overall taste of the dish.
- bay leaf: Infuses the dish with a subtle layer of flavor that you can not get with any other herb.
- beef stock: The liquid base for the gravy, adding richness and moisture.
- cornstarch & cold water: Thickens the gravy to the perfect consistency.
👇See the step by step directions below!
Prep before starting
Before diving into this recipe, ensure you have all your ingredients ready and the Instant Pot set up and ready to go.
Prepping your ingredients, such as dicing the onion and cutting the stew meat into bite-size pieces, will streamline the cooking process and have you digging in faster.
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Step-by-Step Directions
- Step 1: Turn the Instant Pot on the sauté setting and melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Cancel the sauté setting.
- Step 2: Add the stew meat, salt, pepper, and bay leaf to the Instant Pot. Pour the beef broth in and stir.
- Step 3: Twist the lid on and turn the pressure valve to the sealing position. Press the manual button and set the pressure-cooking time to 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Once finished pressure cooking, do a quick release. Carefully open the lid.
- Step 5: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together until dissolved and lump-free. Pour into the pot and mix to combine.
- Step 6: Press the sauté button again and bring to a boil, occasionally stirring until the gravy has thickened.
- Step 7: Serve the beef tips and gravy garnished with parsley for a fresh touch. Serve with mashed potatoes, cooked wide noodles and your choice of sides.
Ways to Serve Beef Tips and Gravy
- Over mashed potatoes is our favorite.
- With cooked wide egg noodles.
- On toasted bread for open-faced sandwiches.
Complementary Foods
To round out your meal, consider serving beef tips and gravy with:
- Steamed green beans or broccoli for a pop of color and nutrition.
- A crisp garden salad dressed with a light vinaigrette.
- Soft dinner rolls or a crusty loaf of Italian bread for soaking up the extra gravy. Check out more of my best bread recipes.
Storing Leftovers
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The beef tips and gravy can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a little water if necessary to loosen the gravy.
Helpful Cooking Tools
Using the right tools is just as important as using the right ingredients. Make sure your recipes turn out perfect every time.
📌Pro Instant Pot Cooking Tips
- Ensure the silicone ring is properly seated on the lid for a good seal.
- Cut the beef into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Use the sauté function to brown the onions and garlic, adding layers of flavor.
- Deglaze the pot after sautéing to prevent burn notices.
- Do a quick release to stop cooking immediately and prevent overcooking the beef.
- Stir the cornstarch mixture well to avoid lumps in the gravy.
- If the gravy is too thin after thickening, sauté for a few more minutes.
- Always follow Instant Pot safety instructions, especially when releasing pressure and opening the lid.
Your New Go-To Comfort Meal
With its rich flavors, tender beef, and lusciously thick gravy, this Instant Pot Beef Tips and Gravy recipe is bound to become a staple in your meal rotation.
It's a hearty, comforting dish that promises to deliver satisfaction and warmth, perfect for any day of the year. So why wait? Gather your ingredients, and let's make dinner unforgettable tonight!
More Delicious Instant Pot Recipes to Try
If you loved this beef tips and gravy recipe, explore other Instant Pot wonders like Instant Pot Beef & Broccoli, Instant Pot Pot Beef Stew, or Instant Pot Beef Vegetable Soup. Each recipe offers the same convenience and delicious results, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends.
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Instant Pot Beef Tips and Gravy
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 lbs. beef stew meat (cut into bite size pieces)
- 1 medium onion (peeled and diced)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium bay leave
- 2 ½ cups beef stock
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
- Turn the Instant Pot on the sauté setting and melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Cancel the sauté setting.
- Add the stew meat, salt, pepper, and bay leaf to the Instant Pot. Pour the beef broth in and stir.
- Twist the lid on and turn the pressure valve to the sealing position. Press the manual button and set the pressure-cooking time to 15 minutes.
- Once finished pressure cooking, do a quick release. Carefully open the lid.
- Remove and discard the bay leave.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together until dissolved and lump-free. Pour into the pot and mix to combine.
- Press the sauté button again and bring to a boil, occasionally stirring until the gravy has thickened.
- Serve the beef tips and gravy garnished with parsley for a fresh touch. Serve with mashed potatoes, cooked wide noodles and your choice of sides.
Recipe Expert Tips
- Ensure the silicone ring is properly seated on the lid for a good seal.
- Cut the beef into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Use the sauté function to brown the onions and garlic, adding layers of flavor.
- Deglaze the pot after sautéing to prevent burn notices.
- Do a quick release to stop cooking immediately and prevent overcooking the beef.
- Stir the cornstarch mixture well to avoid lumps in the gravy.
- If the gravy is too thin after thickening, sauté for a few more minutes.
- Always follow Instant Pot safety instructions, especially when releasing pressure and opening the lid.
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