Indulge in the bold, tropical flavors of Pineapple Swiss Steak, a hearty comfort dish with a unique twist. This recipe transforms tenderized beef round steak into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with the sweet tang of crushed pineapple. Sautéed onions, green bell peppers, and a hint of garlic add depth and warmth, while a touch of paprika and oregano brings aromatic flair. Sear the steak to golden perfection before slow-cooking it to tender bliss in a Dutch oven or skillet. Perfectly paired with fluffy white rice, this dish combines savory, sweet, and tangy notes for a crowd-pleasing meal that's both satisfying and unexpectedly vibrant. Ready in just over two hours, this hearty dinner is worth the wait!
Trim any excess fat from the beef round steak. Cut the steak into 4 equal portions and pound each piece with a meat mallet until about 1/2 inch thick.
Season both sides of the beef with salt and black pepper. Dredge the pieces in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the steak pieces on both sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
Slice the onion into thin rings and dice the green bell pepper. Mince the garlic cloves.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté the onion and bell pepper for 5 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the crushed pineapple with its juice, tomato sauce, beef broth, paprika, and oregano to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Return the seared steak pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the Pineapple Swiss Steak over cooked white rice, or enjoy on its own with your favorite sides.
Calories |
2800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 72.1 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 7049 mg | 306% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.8 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.6 g | ||
| Protein | 296.3 g | 593% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 36.4 mg | 202% | |
| Potassium | 5106 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.