Ingredients:
2 pounds beef tips or stew meat
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup beef broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening)
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Prep the Beef:
Pat the beef tips dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
Season the beef tips with salt and pepper.
Sear the Beef:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned beef tips to the skillet in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker.
Saute Onions and Garlic:
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
about 2-3 minutes.
Deglaze the Pan:
Pour the beef broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove from heat.
Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker:
Pour the onion and broth mixture over the beef tips in the slow cooker.
Cook Low and Slow:
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and cooked through.
Thicken the Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour with 1/4 cup of water to create a slurry.
Stir the slurry into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes on high, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Serve:
Once the beef tips are cooked and the sauce is thickened to your liking, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the soul slow-cooked beef tips hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.