Aunt Juju S Beef Tips With Caramelized Onions Recipe

Ingredients for Aunt Juju S Beef Tips With Caramelized Onions

How to Make Aunt Juju S Beef Tips With Caramelized Onions

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
2. In a large ziplock bag, combine 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1 teaspoon seasoned salt. Add 2 lbs beef tips and shake to coat evenly.
3. Brown the beef tips in batches in the hot oil for about 5 minutes per batch, ensuring all sides are browned. Remove browned meat and set aside on a plate.
4. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pot. Add 2 large onions, thinly sliced, and cook over medium-high heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Reduce heat to medium, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of brown sugar over the onions, and stir to coat.
6. Continue cooking the onions, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
7. Add 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1 cup chopped carrots to the pot. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.
8. Pour in 1 cup of beer and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
9. Add 2 cups beef broth and 2 tablespoons tomato paste. Bring back to a boil, stirring to combine.
10. Return the browned beef tips and any accumulated juices to the pot.
11. Bring the liquid to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender. Check occasionally and add more beef broth if the sauce becomes too thick.
12. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
13. Serve over your favorite side dish, such as mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, or biscuits.