The Best Sirloin Tip Steak Recipes: How to Cook Tender, Flavorful Sirloin Tips Every Time

When you want a meal that is rich in flavor and easy to prepare, sirloin tip steak is the perfect choice. Many home cooks search for the best way to cook sirloin tip steak because this lean, affordable cut delivers tremendous flavor when cooked properly. Known for its versatility, sirloin tips shine in quick weeknight meals, one-pan skillet recipes, grilled dishes, and cozy, slow-simmered comfort food.

At Homestead Natural Meats, our locally raised, dry-aged beef brings out the best in every recipe. Whether you want savory garlic butter, bold spices, or melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, these sirloin tip steak recipes offer delicious options for every cook.

Below are the six best ways to cook sirloin tip steak, all reader-approved, SEO-optimized, and developed to reflect Homestead's commitment to high-quality, locally sourced beef.

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⭐ 1. Pan-Seared Sirloin Tip Steak (Restaurant-Style)

A simple, classic method perfect for anyone searching how to cook sirloin tip steak in a pan.

Serves: 2
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb Homestead Sirloin Tip Steak

• 1 Tbsp neutral oil

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 2 Tbsp butter

• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

• 2–3 sprigs thyme or rosemary (optional)

Instructions

1. Remove the steak from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes. Pat dry.

2. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add the oil.

4. Add the steak and sear 3–4 minutes per side until a deep crust forms.

5. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, garlic, and herbs. Spoon melted butter over the steak for 30–60 seconds.

6. Transfer to a cutting board and rest 5–10 minutes. Slice against the grain.

Tip: Patting the steak dry before cooking ensures the best crust.

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⭐ 2. Marinated Sirloin Tip Steak (Grill or Skillet)

For readers asking how to make sirloin tip steak tender, this marinade is an excellent solution.

Serves: 2–3
Total Time: 25 minutes active + 1–4 hours marinating

Ingredients

Steak:

• 1–1½ lbs Homestead Sirloin Tip Steak

Marinade:

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 Tbsp brown sugar or honey

• 1 tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• Optional: 1 Tbsp lemon juice or vinegar

Instructions

1. Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl or zip-top bag.

2. Add the steak and marinate for 1–4 hours in the refrigerator.

3. Preheat grill to high or heat a cast-iron skillet until very hot.

4. Remove steak from marinade and pat lightly dry.

5. Grill or sear 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness.

6. Rest 5–10 minutes, then slice against the grain.

Serving Suggestion: Great with grilled vegetables, rice, potatoes, or chimichurri.

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⭐ 3. Slow Cooker Sirloin Beef Tips (Tender & Comforting)

A must-have for readers interested in tender sirloin tips and slow cooker sirloin tip steak recipes.

Serves: 4
Total Time: 6–8 hours

Ingredients

Beef:

• 1½–2 lbs Homestead Sirloin Tip Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 2 Tbsp flour

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 2 Tbsp oil

Gravy:

• 1 sliced onion

• 8 oz sliced mushrooms

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• ½ tsp thyme

• ½ tsp paprika

• 1 bay leaf

• 2 Tbsp cornstarch mixed with 3 Tbsp cold water

Instructions

1. Mix flour, salt, and pepper. Toss beef cubes to coat.

2. Brown beef in hot oil for 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to slow cooker.

3. Add onions, mushrooms, garlic, broth, Worcestershire, thyme, paprika, and bay leaf.

4. Cook on LOW 6–8 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours until tender.

5. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 10–15 minutes until thickened.

6. Serve over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

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⭐ 4. Garlic Butter Sirloin Steak Bites with Potatoes

A one-pan sirloin tip recipe that remains one of the most popular ways to cook sirloin tips.

Serves: 4
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs Homestead Sirloin Tip Steak, cubed

• 1 lb potatoes, cubed

• 4 Tbsp butter, divided

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 Tbsp oil

• 1 tsp kosher salt

Herb & Spice Mix:

• 1 Tbsp garlic powder

• 1 Tbsp onion powder

• 1 Tbsp paprika

• 1 tsp cumin

• ½ tsp cayenne

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

1. Mix spices.

2. Toss steak with oil and half the spice mix. Marinate 15 minutes.

3. Microwave potatoes 6–8 minutes until soft.

4. Sear steak 2–3 minutes per side. Remove.

5. Add potatoes, garlic, oil, butter, and seasoning to pan. Cook 10 minutes.

6. Return steak and remaining butter. Toss and serve.

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⭐ 5. Curry-Spiced Sirloin Tip Steak

Bold, aromatic flavors paired with lean, tender steak.

Serves: 2
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• ½ lb Homestead Sirloin Tip Steak

• 1 tsp curry powder

• ½ Tbsp garam masala

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp smoked salt

• ¼ tsp cayenne

• 1 tsp red palm oil or olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat grill to high heat.

2. Pat steak dry and rub with oil.

3. Combine spices and coat steak.

4. Grill 4–5 minutes per side.

5. Rest 5 minutes and slice.

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⭐ 6. Sirloin Beef Tips and Gravy

A classic comfort dish made with tender sirloin beef tips simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy. Perfect for mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Serves: 4
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

Beef

• 1½ lbs Homestead Sirloin Tip Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 3 Tbsp flour

• 3 Tbsp olive oil

Beef Seasoning

• 1 tsp brown sugar

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp chili powder

• ½ tsp paprika

Gravy

• ¼ cup dry red wine (optional)

• 2 Tbsp butter

• 1 small onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 bouillon cube

• 1½ tsp Worcestershire sauce

• ¼ tsp thyme

• ¼ tsp rosemary

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• 3 Tbsp cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup cold water

Instructions

1. Season the Beef
   Combine the seasoning ingredients and toss with the beef cubes. Coat lightly in flour.

2. Sear the Beef
   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

3. Deglaze
   Add the red wine to the skillet and scrape up the browned bits. Let it reduce slightly.

4. Start the Gravy
   Add butter and diced onion. Cook until softened, then stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.

5. Build Flavor
   Add beef broth, bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, onion powder, and garlic powder. Bring to a gentle boil.

6. Thicken
   Slowly pour in the cornstarch slurry while stirring. Simmer until the gravy thickens.

7. Finish the Dish
   Return the beef to the skillet, cover partially, and simmer 10–15 minutes, or until tender.

Tip: For an even silkier gravy, stir in a cold pat of butter right before serving.

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Is Sirloin Tip Steak Tender and What Is It Good For?

Readers often ask:

• Is sirloin tip steak tender?

• What is sirloin tip steak good for?

• How do you cook sirloin tip steak so it isn’t tough?

Sirloin tip steak is naturally lean and moderately tender. It becomes exceptionally flavorful when cooked one of the following ways:

• Quickly over high heat (pan-searing, grilling, steak bites)

• Marinated before cooking

• Slow-cooked with broth or gravy

• Sliced against the grain, which shortens muscle fibers and increases tenderness

Homestead’s 11–14 day aging process also enhances both tenderness and flavor, giving you a superior result in any recipe.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cooking Sirloin Tip Steak

What is the best way to cook sirloin tip steak?

Pan-searing, grilling, slow cooking, or cutting into steak tips are all excellent methods.

How do you cook sirloin tip steak in a pan?

Use a very hot skillet, sear 2–3 minutes per side, and rest before slicing.

What can I make with sirloin tip steak?

Steak bites, curry steak, beef tips and gravy, stir-fry, marinated grilled steak, sheet-pan meals, and slow cooker beef tips.

Are sirloin tip steaks tender?

Yes, especially when marinated, cooked quickly over high heat, or simmered slowly in gravy.

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A Final Note from Homestead

Whether you prefer savory garlic butter, spicy curry, slow-simmered gravy, or classic grilled steak, sirloin tip steak offers outstanding versatility and flavor. Made with Homestead Natural Meats beef, each recipe showcases the quality, care, and Western Colorado pride behind every cut.

From quick dinners to cozy comfort meals, sirloin tip steak proves that great meals start with great beef.