This slow cooker sirloin tip roast is tender and ful of flavor. After a quick searing and an 8-hour low and slow braise this tough cut of beef is transformed into a succulent roast beef dinner. A big bonus is the amazing sauce that is perfect for a mound of mashed potatoes!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time5 hourshrs
Total Time5 hourshrs10 minutesmins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sirloin tip roast in crock pot, sirloin tip roast in slow cooker
Pat the meat dry with a paper towel to remove any surface moisture then sprinkle all sides with salt and pepper.
Set a large, heavy bottomed skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil, and when it is hot, sear the meat, turning with tongs to brown all sides. Searing the meat will add an extra layer of flavor.
Transfer the meat to the slow cooker.
Adjust the heat under the skillet to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the chopped onion, fennel, and garlic. Cook until lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes. Pour in the wine and cook for 1 minute to burn off the alcohol. Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce and the mustard. Transfer to the slow cooker.
In a small dish, whisk together the cornstarch and 1 cup of the beef broth. Stir into the slow cooker. Pour the remaining beef broth into the slow cooker and add the bundle of fresh herbs.
Cover the slow cooker and set the temperature for 8 hours on low setting or 5 hours on high setting.
Remove and discard the tied bundle of herbs.
Transfer the meat to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Make the Gravy
Pour the cooking liquid through a mesh strainer set over a saucepan. Discard the strained solids. Heat the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk two tablespoons of cornstarch with ¼ cup broth. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the sauce while constantly stirring. Continue whisking for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary and transfer to a serving dish.
Slice the beef against the grain and arrange it on a serving platter. Serve the roast with the sauce.
Notes
You can substitute the sirloin tip roast with other tough cuts of beef such as a rump roast, tri-tip, eye of round, top round, or chuck roast.
If you have a larger roast of 4 to 5 pounds, you should increase the cooking time to 10 hours.
To get a rich, brown crust when searing, it is essential to remove as much surface moisture from the meat as possible.
You can substitute the wine for the same amount of beef broth.
To make this a full one-pot meal, add potatoes and carrots halfway through the cooking time.