Braised Beef Tips

Braised Beef Tips is a classic comfort dish featuring tender chunks of beef slowly cooked in a rich, savory gravy until melt-in-your-mouth tender. The dish typically includes beef sirloin or chuck, onions, mushrooms, and a flavorful sauce made with beef broth, wine, and herbs. It's a staple in American home cooking, often served over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates unless served with starchy sides. A typical serving provides a good amount of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie ballpark of 350-500 calories per serving depending on the cut of beef and sauce richness.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	850 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Zinc	7.0 mg
Potassium	520 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin B12	3.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8.0 mg
Selenium	32 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Braising is a slow-cooking technique that breaks down tough connective tissue in beef, making it tender and flavorful, which is why it's often used with cheaper, tougher cuts. The dish is also culturally significant in American cuisine as a hearty, warming meal that's often associated with family gatherings and cold weather.