Beef Tips with Mushrooms Slow Cooker or Instant Pot

Beef Tips with Mushrooms: Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Recipe

Beef Tips with Mushrooms is a classic comfort food dish that combines tender chunks of beef, savory mushrooms, and a rich, flavorful gravy. Whether you’re using a Slow Cooker or Instant Pot, this recipe offers the same great taste with minimal effort. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner, and it’s versatile enough to be served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

In this recipe, we’ll walk you through two easy methods—Slow Cooker and Instant Pot—to get you the perfect Beef Tips with Mushrooms every time.

Ingredients:

2 lbs beef stew meat or beef tips (cut into bite-sized chunks)
2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, or a mix)
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup red wine (optional but adds great depth of flavor)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening)
1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for a creamy finish)

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Instructions:

Slow Cooker Method:

Sear the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat in batches, searing on all sides until browned. This step adds rich flavor to the dish, but if you’re short on time, you can skip it and place the raw beef directly in the slow cooker.
Prepare the Slow Cooker: Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and sliced mushrooms on top of the beef.
Make the Gravy: In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, red wine (if using), Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily breaks apart with a fork.
Thicken the Gravy (optional): About 30 minutes before serving, whisk the flour into a small amount of water (about 1/4 cup) to create a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker to thicken the gravy. If you’d like a creamier sauce, stir in the heavy cream at the end of the cooking time.
Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the beef tips with mushrooms over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a comforting meal.

Instant Pot Method:

Sear the Beef: Set your Instant Pot to the “Sauté” function. Add the olive oil and let it heat up. Brown the beef stew meat in batches, ensuring all sides are seared. Once browned, remove the beef and set it aside.
Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Deglaze the Pot: Pour in the beef broth, red wine (if using), Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits from the bottom (this adds flavor!).
Pressure Cook: Return the seared beef to the Instant Pot. Close the lid, set the valve to “Sealing,” and cook on Manual or Pressure Cook on high for 35 minutes.
Release Pressure: Once the cooking time is up, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
Thicken the Gravy (optional): If you’d like a thicker gravy, use the “Sauté” function again to bring the liquid to a simmer. In a small bowl, whisk the flour into a bit of water to make a slurry, then stir it into the pot. Let the gravy cook for another 2-3 minutes to thicken. Stir in the heavy cream if desired.
Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve the beef tips with mushrooms over your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Tips for Success:

Beef Cuts: While beef stew meat is the most common cut used for this recipe, you can also use other cuts like chuck roast, which becomes wonderfully tender when slow-cooked or pressure-cooked. Just be sure to cut it into bite-sized pieces before cooking.
Mushroom Variety: The type of mushrooms you use can change the flavor profile of the dish. Button mushrooms are mild and tender, while cremini mushrooms have a deeper, earthy flavor. You can also use a combination of both for added texture and taste.
Adjusting Consistency: If the sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by creating a slurry with flour and water (as mentioned above). If it’s too thick, just add a bit more beef broth to reach your desired consistency.
Serving Suggestions: This dish is perfect with mashed potatoes to soak up the savory gravy, but it’s also great over egg noodles, rice, or even roasted vegetables for a lower-carb option.

Conclusion:

Beef Tips with Mushrooms is the ultimate comforting meal, and whether you use a Slow Cooker or Instant Pot, both methods yield rich, savory results. The combination of tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and a silky gravy makes this dish a family favorite. Plus, both cooking methods are incredibly simple, allowing you to set it and forget it while you go about your day.

Try this recipe the next time you’re looking for an easy, hearty meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!