Slow Cooker Sirloin Tip Pot Roast: Tender and Flavorful
A slow cooker is your best friend when it comes to creating tender and flavorful pot roasts. Sirloin tip is a great cut for slow cooking because it's lean and flavorful, and it comes out incredibly tender when cooked low and slow.
This recipe will walk you through the process of making a delicious and easy slow cooker sirloin tip pot roast.
Ingredients:
- 1 (3-4 pound) sirloin tip roast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions:
- Brown the roast: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the roast generously with salt and pepper, and sear it on all sides until browned. This helps to lock in flavor and creates a nice crust.
- Assemble the slow cooker: Transfer the browned roast to the slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, diced tomatoes (undrained), beef broth, and red wine (optional) to the slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, until the roast is fork-tender.
- Make the gravy: While the roast is cooking, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth. Once the roast is done, remove it from the slow cooker and set it aside. Use a slotted spoon to remove any excess fat from the slow cooker. Bring the liquid in the slow cooker to a simmer, then slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture until the gravy thickens.
- Serve: Slice the roast thinly and serve it with the delicious gravy.
Tips and Variations:
- Vegetables: Add other vegetables to the slow cooker, such as carrots, potatoes, or celery, during the last hour of cooking.
- Flavor: Experiment with different herbs and spices, such as Italian seasoning, paprika, or chili powder.
- Gravy: Use a different type of thickening agent, such as flour, instead of cornstarch.
- Sides: Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Enjoy!
