Cajun Beef Tips with Rice
Transform dinner into a bold and flavorful experience with this irresistible Cajun Beef Tips with Rice recipe! Featuring tender beef sirloin tips perfectly seared to lock in their juices, this dish comes alive with the "holy trinity" of Cajun cooking—onion, bell pepper, and celery—simmered in a rich and zesty gravy infused with Cajun spices, Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of hot sauce for just the right kick. Thickened with a velvety roux and served over fluffy long-grain white rice, this one-pot meal is as comforting as it is easy to prepare. Ready in just over an hour, this weeknight-friendly recipe offers a satisfying blend of hearty textures and vibrant flavors that bring a taste of Louisiana right to your table. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and freshness! Perfect for spice lovers and fans of Southern cuisine, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef sirloin tips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Pat the beef sirloin tips dry with a paper towel, then season with 1 tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the beef tips and sear on all sides until brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. Repeat with the remaining beef using the second tablespoon of olive oil.
Lower the heat to medium. Add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
Stir in the flour and remaining 0.5 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, cooking for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the beef broth, ensuring that the roux fully dissolves. Add the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
Return the seared beef tips to the skillet, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Lower the heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the beef cooks, prepare the rice. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the rice, lower the heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until tender.
Once the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened, remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the Cajun beef tips over the cooked rice, garnishing with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.5 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.7 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 538 mg | 179% | |
| Sodium | 5440 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 153.2 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 3148 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
