Beef Tips and Rice
Beef tips and rice is a classic Southern comfort food dish! It is made with tender beef tips cooked in a flavorful gravy and served over fluffy rice. The beef is fall apart tender and so hearty. In addition, the peppers and onions add a punch of freshness and flavor. This dish is great for meal prep and even better as leftovers!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Beef tips and rice is easy to make.
- This dinner is healthy comfort food!
- The meat is incredibly tender and flavorful.
- This recipe is affordable and uses only pantry staple ingredients.
- It is versatile. You can customize this dish to your liking by adding different vegetables or spices.
- The steak is hearty. This dish is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day!
- It is satisfying and filling.
- I cook and eat steak multiple times per week. This is one of my very favorites!
- The tender beef tips and flavorful gravy are sure to leave you feeling full and satisfied.
- This recipe is gluten free and can be easily made dairy free. In addition, there is no added sugar.
- Check out this Skirt Steak or this Dutch Oven Beef Stew for another great family dinner!
Ingredients & Substitutes
These are the main ingredients and substitutions for beef tips and rice. Scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredients list and instructions.
Use sirloin, top sirloin, or stew meat for the beef tips. Cut into 1 inch cubes. If using frozen steak, thaw completely before making this recipe.
Garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and pepper add flavor to the beef. Do not skimp on the seasonings.
Olive oil helps sear the meat. Use avocado oil or butter if desired.
Unsalted butter helps make the onions and peppers tender. I like using unsalted butter, but feel free to use salted butter. Ghee is another great option.
Onions and peppers add color, flavor, and texture. Feel free to add in mushrooms too if desired.
Beef broth is the base of the gravy sauce. Look for brands without added sugar.
Coconut aminos add a deep flavor. This tastes exactly like soy sauce. If needed, use gluten free soy sauce.
Tapioca flour thickens the gravy. Use arrowroot powder or cornstarch if needed.
Lastly, serve this beef tips and rice over white rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice for a low carb option.
Taste & Texture
The beef tips are tender and flavorful. It is melt in your mouth delicious!
The gravy is rich, creamy, and savory.
The rice is fluffy and soaks up the gravy, making each bite delicious.
This dish is hearty and satisfying. It is sure to become a family favorite!
How to Make
Step 1
First, season the beef tips with sea salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 2
In a large skillet, add the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned beef to the skillet. Brown the beef on all sides. Then, remove the beef tips to a plate.
Step 3
Next, add the butter to the pan. Once the butter has melted, add in the peppers and onions. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Step 4
Add in the beef broth and coconut aminos. Add the beef tips to the pan. Bring the mixture up to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and place a lid on the pan.
Step 5
Simmer over low heat for 1 to 2 hours, or until the beef is very tender. Meanwhile, prepare the brown rice according to package directions.
Step 6
Once the beef is done, make the slurry. Remove about ¼ cup of the liquid from the pot and place in a bowl. Stir in the tapioca flour. Once mixed, pour this mixture back into the pot.
Step 7
Continue stirring over low heat until the gravy has thickened.
Step 8
To serve, add the cooked brown rice to a plate or bowl. Add the beef tips, veggies, and gravy on top!
Expert Tips for Success
For the best beef tips and rice, use good quality beef.
The better the quality of the beef, the more tender and flavorful the steak tips will be.
Do not shy away from seasoning the steak tips.
Season the beef very well. This will help to keep the beef moist and flavorful.
Cook the rice according to the package directions.
Allow the beef and veggies to simmer until the meat is fall apart tender. This takes at least an hour.
Slow Cooker Method
To make slow cooker beef tips and rice, follow these steps.
Sear the cubed steak tips in olive oil in a pan. At the same time, cook the peppers and onions for 5 minutes.
Then, add all of the ingredients (except tapioca flour and rice) to your crock pot. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
Just before serving the beef tips and rice, make the slurry and stir in. Serve over cooked rice.
Flavor Variations & Add-Ins
To change the flavor of these beef tips and rice, add different vegetables to the dish, such as potatoes, carrots, or mushrooms.
You can add different spices to the gravy, such as cumin or paprika.
Use different types of rice, such as white rice, brown rice, or jasmine rice. For a low carb option, use cauliflower rice.
You can serve beef tips and rice with a side of your favorite sauce, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, or hot sauce.
How to Serve & Store
This recipe for beef tips and rice is best served hot and fresh!
Serve over brown rice, white rice, or cauliflower rice. I have also enjoyed this recipe over roasted spaghetti squash!
Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it up in a pan or in the microwave.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, you can use other cuts of beef, such as sirloin, tenderloin, or flank steak. However, keep in mind that the tougher cuts of beef will require longer cooking times.
Yes, you can make this dish in the slow cooker. Simply brown the beef tips in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. Then, add the remaining ingredients and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Yes, you can make this dish ahead of time. Simply cook the beef tips and gravy according to the recipe instructions. Then, let the dish cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator. To reheat, simply warm the dish in a pan or in the microwave.
Serve with a side salad or roasted veggies.
Beef tips are versatile. Try beef tips Bourguignon, beef stroganoff, beef stir fry, beef sandwiches, and beef tacos.
No, beef tips and stew meat are not the same. Beef tips are typically cut from the sirloin or tenderloin, which are tender cuts of meat. Stew meat is typically cut from tougher cuts of meat, such as chuck or round, that require long, slow cooking to become tender.
Beef tips can be made from a variety of cuts of meat, but they are most commonly cut from the sirloin or round. The sirloin is a tender cut of meat that is located on the back of the cow.
Equipment Needed
Our Place Always Pan: This is my favorite pan for searing and simmering. It comes with a lid.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef tips, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 1 green pepper, sliced
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp tapioca flour, or cornstarch
- 2 cups rice, white or brown
Instructions
- First, season the beef tips with sea salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned beef to the skillet. Brown on all sides. Then, remove the beef tips to a plate.
- Next, add the butter to the pan. Once the butter has melted, add in the peppers and onions. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add in the beef broth and coconut aminos. Add in the beef tips to the pan. Bring the mixture up to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and place a lid on the pan.
- Simmer over low heat for 1 to 2 hours, or until the beef is very tender. Meanwhile, prepare the brown rice according to package directions.
- Once the beef is done, make the slurry. Remove about ¼ cup of the liquid from the pot and place in a bowl. Stir in the tapioca flour. Once mixed, pour this mixture back into the pot.
- Continue stirring over low heat until the gravy has thickened.
- To serve, add the cooked brown rice to a plate or bowl. Add the beef tips, veggies, and gravy on top!
Notes
- For the beef tips, use sirloin or top sirloin. Stew meat can also be used.
- Coconut aminos is the soy free and gluten free version of soy sauce. Feel free to use gluten free soy sauce if desired.
- Allow the mixture to simmer until the beef is very tender.
- Tapioca flour functions the same as cornstarch. This helps thicken the gravy.
- Store the leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- To reheat, add the leftovers to a skillet over low heat. Heat until warm.
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