The Charm of Slow Cooking
The slow cooker, one of the simplest culinary appliances created, elevates everyday ingredients into gourmet dishes that require little work and attention. With even the least attractive cuts, the slow cooker’s low-temperature cooking eases flavors out of them. In this case cheap, tough cuts are turned into moist and savory dishes that are easy to prepare, slow cook, and come out smelling amazing after hours of cooking. If you are looking for a slow cooker dish that is uncomplicated and delicious, you have come to the right recipe.
Why Sirloin Steak is a Great Choice
Sirloin steak, also known as the ‘King of Lean Meat’ is a great ingredient slow cooker dish, because it has really meaty beef flavor, yet lean meat. In contrast to its the fattier cuts of beef sirloin strikes a balance between tenderness and structure. Compared to oil-rich cuts of beef, sirloin absorbs any sauces or seasoning used in the cooking process. Gravy, tomato sauce, and all spices are absorbed into the dish. The dish you are about to make will take the sirloin and elevate it to a cozy dish with rich gravy you can serve to anyone who is in the mood for comfort food.
Recipe Overview
Servings
This recipe makes generous servings for 4, perfect for a family meal or small gathering. Each serving will provide enough sirloin and gravy for hearty appetites.
Prep Time
Preparing takes only 15 minutes. This is worth the effort for an incredible amount of flavor with very little actual work!
Cooking Time
The slow cooker will take care of the cooking for 6 to 8 hours on low, or 3 to 4 hours on high, depending on your schedule, so you can walk in with a warm meal ready for you!
🥢 Ingredients :
Main Ingredients
The quality ingredients used in this dish are the key to making it. Each ingredient adds flavor to the whole:
✅ 2 lbs sirloin steak cut into 1″ cubes
✅ 1 large onion, cut in thin slices
✅ 3 cloves garlic, minced
✅ 2 cups beef broth – low sodium
✅ 1/4 cup flour – all-purpose flour
✅ 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
✅ 1 tbsp tomato paste
✅ 1 tsp dried thyme
✅ 1 tsp smoked paprika
✅ salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients for Extra Flavor
For those looking for a little extra, the ingredients below are optional to add:
✅ 1 cup sliced mushrooms
✅ 1/2 cup red wine
✅ 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
These options will all add an additional umami experience and visually, some different appeal depending on your personality!
👨🍳 Instructions :
Step by Step Instructions Preparation of sirloin steak
For best results, trim off any excess fat from the sirloin steak. Cut the sirloin steak into bite-sized, uniform pieces so that they cook and season evenly. Generously season with salt and pepper to taste. Sear the pieces in a skillet with a little oil over medium-high heat until the juices are released and will stay locked in – 2 minutes each side.
Searing is an optional step, it will make the meat more complex and flavorful if you choose to sear, but the beef will brown in the slow cooker without pre-searing.
When assembling the dish, layer sliced onions and minced garlic on the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer the sirloin steak on top. In a mixing bowl, stir well the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme and smoked paprika together.
Pour the mixing bowl ingredients slowly over the top of the sirloin steak (the meat will want to float into the brothy mixing bowl, so make sure the meat is submerged). While pouring the broth mixture, sprinkle flour on top of the mixture so the flour can begin to thicken the gravy during the cooking process.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 – 8 hours, or 3 – 4 hours on high, if you are short on time. Try to stir carefully as often as you can while cooking, it will help the gravy develop more flavor. When finished, the gravy should have thickened nicely.If using mushrooms or wine, add them in the final hour to preserve their texture and vibrancy
💡 Success Tips:
Choosing the Best Sirloin
For the best tenderness, choose a cut of sirloin that contains a good amount of marbling. Do not choose anything overly lean since these cuts will dry out with prolonged cooking. Talk to your butcher who can help you pick the perfect piece of meat for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Making the Gravy Better
To enhance the gravy, add some red wine or a little butter towards the end of cooking. Deglazing the pan after you have seared the beef with broth will help get the caramelized bits and flavor in the sauce. Season before serving the dish to get it tasting how you would like!
Serving Suggestions
Serve this dish with mashed potatoes or some crusty crusted bread for all that delicious gravy. Use steamed green beans or roasted carrots (to add some color and crunch!) A sprig of parsley will make the texture a little more dynamic and colorful before serving, and adds character to the rustic look of the sirloin.
📊Nutrition Information (per serving)
Caloric Makeup
For 1 serving recipe (based on 4 servings):
Calories: 420 kcal This big hunk of sirloin has some energy in it, but it isphysically sustaining without being excess.
Macronutrient Breakdown
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 120mg
Sodium: 680mg
Total Carbohydrate: 20g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 50g These values demonstrate that this is a high protein dish. It is a moderate fat thing, but a low carbohydrate dish, perfect for balancing your diet.
Description
The Dish’s Appeal
This recipe for slow cooker sirloin steak with gravy is a wonderful example of the magic that comes from taking your time and using quality ingredients. The sirloin steak comes out tender and full of enjoyable savory goodness that comes from it sitting in the gravy for hours. The onions and garlic settle down into a thick base, and the thyme and smoked paprika add a faint warmth.
The best part of this dish is that it is simple – an hour or so of preparation for a dish that you can sit down to that feels hearty but approachable. It is comforting every time you take a bite and comes together when you are able to be cozy with a few friends or family. This dish is versatile, and goes well with side-item variety; you can serve roasted carrots, creamy mashed potatoes, or waxy garden vegetables and it will work.
Perfect Occasions for Serving
This dish can be represented on many occasions from weeknight dinners, to Thanksgiving gatherings! It is perfect for a busy day that limits time in the kitchen and allows you to focus on entertaining instead of cooking. This dish can be served on cold autumnal party occasions, where it will feel warm the moment guests arrive or on simple dinners that bring your family together and enhance talk around the dinner table.
The dish offers a real mix of elevated elegance and also an unpretentious quality (as the sirloin comes festooned in gravy), which allows it to transition from casual to more sophisticated dining and please the palates of many diners. It’s satisfying from the dip of the fork to the final bite, whether family meal nights or celebrations, it won’t let you down.
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