Beef Tenderloin Tips with Mushroom Gravy Recipe
This Beef Tenderloin Tips with Mushroom Gravy recipe features tender, juicy beef pieces cooked to perfection in a rich and flavorful mushroom gravy. The dish is enhanced with caramelized onions, garlic, and a hint of thyme, making it an elegant meal perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, it’s a comforting and savory dish that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasoning
- 1 pound beef tenderloin tips
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Cooking Fats
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons butter
Vegetables
- ½ cup sliced onion
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Sauces and Broth
- 1½ cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Thickener
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoons cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
Additional Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Allow the oil to heat until it just begins to smoke.
- Season and Brown the Beef: Season the beef tenderloin tips with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the beef to the hot skillet without overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary. Let the meat cook undisturbed for about 1 minute to develop a nice crust, then flip and continue cooking, turning occasionally, for around 3 minutes to brown all sides evenly.
- Remove the beef: Once browned on all sides, transfer the beef tips to a plate and set aside. Keep all brown bits and juices in the skillet; do not wipe it clean.
- Sauté the vegetables: Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet along with any remaining drippings. Add sliced onions and mushrooms. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushroom liquids have evaporated and the onions begin to caramelize.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 to 45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Deglaze and build the gravy: Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and sprinkle dried thyme into the pan. Scrape up any browned bits stuck to the skillet bottom, stirring to combine all flavors.
- Thicken the gravy: In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry. Whisk this mixture into the pan’s mushroom gravy. Bring the gravy to a simmer and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently until it thickens.
- Return beef to the pan: Add the beef tenderloin tips back into the skillet along with any juices collected on the plate. Stir to coat the beef in the mushroom gravy and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to heat through.
- Season and serve: Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, ideally over mashed potatoes or your favorite side dish.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when browning the beef to ensure proper searing.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic; add it only after the onions and mushrooms have softened.
- The cornstarch slurry prevents lumps and helps achieve a smooth, velvety gravy.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
- For a richer flavor, use homemade beef broth or low-sodium beef broth to control salt levels.
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