Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef tips (sirloin, chuck roast, or stew meat, cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
- 1 ½ cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional for flavor depth)
- 1 tsp thyme (dried)
- ½ tsp rosemary (dried)
- ½ tsp xanthan gum (for thickening)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Beef
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter.
- Season the beef tips with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Sear on all sides until browned (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics
- In the same skillet, add the onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are tender and browned (about 5 minutes).
- Make the Gravy
- Pour in the beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze it.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Thicken the Gravy
- Sprinkle xanthan gum into the gravy, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
- Continue to simmer until the sauce thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
- Combine and Finish
- Return the beef tips to the skillet.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir until well combined. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes, or until beef is tender and the sauce is rich.
- Adjust Seasoning
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve and Garnish
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.
- Enjoy over mashed cauliflower, zucchini noodles, or on its own for a satisfying low-carb meal.
Tips
- Use fresh herbs if available for enhanced flavor.
- For extra richness, add a splash of dry red wine when deglazing the pan.
